| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| BUNTS | Tries for a hit, maybe |
| BATS | Tries for a hit |
| RBI | Reward for a hit, maybe |
| CROONS | Tries out for "American Idol," maybe |
| LEANSIN | Tries to catch a whopper, maybe |
| AIMS | Tries to ensure a hit |
| SWINGSFORTHEFENCES | Tries to hit a homer |
| FIRESAT | Tries to hit, in a way |
