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The Crossword, Aug. 3: Lucky Stars

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JR Ritchie #60 of the Atlanta Braves pitches in the second inning during the game against the Washington Nationals at Truist Park on August 2, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.

9-Down: Part of a pitcher’s record

|Matthew Grimes Jr./Atlanta Braves/Getty Images

9-Down: Part of a pitcher’s record

|Matthew Grimes Jr./Atlanta Braves/Getty Images

This puzzle was constructed by Eli Robinson, and edited by Hoang-Kim Vu. Eli is the Chief Trivia Officer of Water Cooler Trivia. He has far more questions than answers, if you must ask. He lives with his family in Washington, D.C.

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