starting pitcher

noun

baseball

: the pitcher who is playing at the beginning of the game

The manager removed the starting pitcher in the third inning.

Examples of starting pitcher in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Per a source briefed on the team’s plans, the Marlins in November will attempt to add another experienced starting pitcher and at least one reliever. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2026

Ortiz, 27, had earned $782,600 as a starting pitcher for the Guardians during the 2025 season. — ABC News, 2 Nov. 2026

The Brewers starting pitcher has been in a longtime relationship with Elle Nicas, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. — Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 26 Oct. 2026

The Rays have the advantage with their starting pitcher, but the Brewers' bullpen has been elite. — Outkick, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026

Rhymes for starting pitcher

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