dragon slayer
n.— «Kawakami, who bless his heart now resides in the bullpen, often called the “dragon slayer” for his efforts against big time opposing pitchers.» —“Why These Atlanta Braves Will Go Deep” by Andrew Love Bleacher Report Sept. 27, 2009. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
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