Answer: bunted

AnswerCrossword Clue
BUNTEDHit a short distance
BUNTEDTapped without swinging
BUNTEDTapped lightly while at bat
BUNTEDLaid one down toward third.
BUNTEDMade a baseball play.
BUNTEDBatted in a special way
BUNTEDHit gently
BUNTEDSacrificed, in a way
BUNTEDHit close to home?
buntedto push or tap (something) forward
buntedBUNT, to butt (to hit with the head)
buntedpitched baseball tapped close to home plate