bring the lumber

verb2

1. •
   To hit extra-base hits.

   • While Dontrelle Willis got limber, the guys facing him brought the lumber — or aluminum, in this case — 2005
2. •
   To play in a physically aggressive way in a contact sport, especially defensively.

   • Along with Kirby (47 tackles), Welbig (35) brings the lumber for a defense that has allowed just 8.2 points a game against a tough schedule — 2008