Answer:

PINCHHIT

Answer	Crossword Clue
PINCHHIT	Stepped in (for)
PINCHHIT	Go to bat for.
PINCHHIT	Do a clutch batting job

PINCHHIT	Substitute (for)
PINCHHIT	Go to bat for someone
PINCHHIT	Substitute at the plate

Crossword

a puzzle consisting of a grid of squares and blanks into which words crossing vertically and horizontally are written according to clues.