Designated Hitter (Noun)
Meaning
A ballplayer who is designated to bat in place of the pitcher.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The designated hitter is a unique position in baseball that allows a team to have a player who only bats and does not participate in the game defensively.
- In the American League, the designated hitter is a standard part of the lineup, while in the National League, the pitcher is required to bat.
- The team's star player was used as the designated hitter in the crucial playoff game to maximize his scoring opportunities.
- The designated hitter rule was introduced in the American League in 1973 to increase offense and make the game more exciting.
- The manager decided to use a power-hitting outfielder as the designated hitter to add some punch to the team's lineup.