cleanup spot
- n (baseball) the fourth position in the batting order (usually filled by the best batter on the team)
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- Terry Francona doesn't like look of his lineup if Nick Swisher moves out of No.4 spot: Cleveland Indians insider
Manager Terry Francona has been wrestling with the idea of moving Nick Swisher out of the cleanup spot to give him a chance to start swinging the bat better. So far he hasn't done it because he doesn't like the changes he'd have to make in the rest of the lineup.
July 22, 2013 - The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Phillips drives in 3, Reds beat Pirates 5-3
CINCINNATI (AP) -- Brandon Phillips had to move into the cleanup spot because of an injury on opening day. He's swinging like he belongs there.
July 20, 2013 - The Associated Press via Yahoo! Sports - Phillips thrives chasing 'ribeye steaks' in Reds' win
CINCINNATI -- Reds second baseman Brandon Phillips went from table-setter to run-producer when he was moved to the cleanup spot in the batting order after Ryan Ludwick separated his shoulder. Not only has Phillips adapted to his new role, he has excelled in it.
July 20, 2013 - The SportsXchange via Yahoo! Sports