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starting pitcher
/stˈɑːɹɾɪŋ pˈɪtʃɚ/
/stˈɑːtɪŋ pˈɪtʃə/
Starting pitcher
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the baseball player who begins the game
Who is a "starting pitcher"?
A starting pitcher is the player in baseball who begins the game by pitching to the opposing team’s batters. Their job is to control the game from the start, often aiming to get as many batters out as possible before handing over to other pitchers. Starting pitchers are usually expected to pitch for several innings, setting the tone for the game and helping their team by limiting the opponent’s scoring opportunities.
Examples
The team 's starting pitcher has an impressive fastball.
The manager relies on the starting pitcher to set the tone of the game.
