What is the answer to "Batted first" in the WSJ Crossword?

The answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Batted first" is LEDOFF (6 letters).

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Batted first WSJ Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the May 9, 2026 puzzle

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Answer

LEDOFF

6 letters · Down · last seen May 9, 2026

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