Answer: pinchhitter

AnswerCrossword Clue
PINCHHITTERStand-in
PINCHHITTERCertain substitute player
PINCHHITTERLate-inning substitute
PINCHHITTERSubstitute at the plate
PINCHHITTERBatsman in the clutch.
PINCHHITTERImportant man in the clutch.
PINCHHITTERSubstitute in an emergency
PINCHHITTERNonstarter s role
PINCHHITTEROne who'll go to bat for you?
PINCHHITTERBatty guy?