Former MLB pitcher Hershiser
Crossword Answer — July 22, 2026
Think of a name that sounds like a classic tale of a brave knight! ⚾
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USA Today Quick Crossword
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
By By John Wilmes
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- 1. Discharge a NERF gun or person — Answer: FIRE. Hint: Let loose some foam projectiles or ignite a conversation! 🔥
- 5. Former MLB pitcher Hershiser — Answer: OREL. Hint: Think of a name that sounds like a classic tale of a brave knight! ⚾
- 6. Wander — Answer: ROAM. Hint: Think of how a curious animal might explore its surroundings! 🦊
- 7. Prefix meaning "outer" — Answer: ENDO. Hint: Think of a prefix that indicates something is on the exterior side, not the interior! 🌍
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- 1. Golf warning — Answer: FORE. Hint: When someone shouts this, it means you should duck! ⛳
- 2. Golf club — Answer: IRON. Hint: This club is essential for those tricky fairway shots! ⛳
- 3. Golf green verb — Answer: READ. Hint: It's what you do to a scorecard before teeing off on the green! ⛳
- 4. "Sesame Street" character — Answer: ELMO. Hint: This furry red character loves to sing and share his enthusiasm with friends! 🎶
The answer to “Former MLB pitcher Hershiser” in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword is OREL — a 4-letter word. This clue ran in the USA Today Quick on July 22, 2026 (5-Across), and if it's the last square standing between you and a finished grid, that's the word you need. Below you'll find why it fits, plus every other clue and answer from that day's puzzle in case more than one square has you stuck.
“Former MLB pitcher Hershiser” answer
OREL (4 letters)
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Why the answer is OREL
Think of a name that sounds like a classic tale of a brave knight! ⚾
More USA Today Quick answers for July 22, 2026
Stuck on more than one square? Here's every other clue from the USA Today Quick on July 22, 2026 — tap any clue for its answer and explanation.
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- 1. Discharge a NERF gun or person → FIRE
- 5. Former MLB pitcher Hershiser → OREL
- 6. Wander → ROAM
- 7. Prefix meaning "outer" → ENDO
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- 1. Golf warning → FORE
- 2. Golf club → IRON
- 3. Golf green verb → READ
- 4. "Sesame Street" character → ELMO
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Former MLB pitcher Hershiser”?
The answer is OREL, a 4-letter word. It appeared in the USA Today Quick Cross crossword on July 22, 2026.
How many letters is the answer to “Former MLB pitcher Hershiser”?
4 letters: OREL.
Where did this clue appear?
In the USA Today Quick Cross crossword on July 22, 2026, at 5-Across.
Where can I find the rest of today's USA Today Quick answers?
Every clue and answer from that day's puzzle is linked above, and the full grid is on the USA Today Quick answers page.