Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pull-hitter

noun

/pʊl ˈhɪtər/

Definition

A baseball player who predominantly hits the ball to the left side of the field (for right-handed batters) or the right side (for left-handed batters).

Examples

She is known as a pull-hitter, often driving the ball into the left field.
The pull-hitter has made a big impact on the team’s offensive strategy.
As a pull-hitter, he specializes in hitting home runs when the ball is pitched just right.

Meaning

The term describes a hitter who has a preference for hitting in a specific direction, often resulting in a higher number of hits or home runs when the ball is pitched over the inner part of the plate.