What does the cryptic crossword clue "Baseball player in jug (7)" mean?

The definition is "Baseball player / jug". The wordplay uses a double definition. Double definition The answer is PITCHER.

Baseball player in jug (7)

Times Cryptic #28717 | 11 Across | 2023-09-25 flower

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