| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| BATTED | Tried for a homer |
| RAN | Tried for a seat |
| SWUNG | Tried for a pitch |
| SWUNG | Tried for a hit |
| VIED | Tried for a title |
| BOWLED | Tried for a 300 game |
| RERAN | Tried for a second term |
| PLED | Tried for a courtroom deal, perhaps |
| PART | Something tried out for in a tryout |
