The term 'PITCH THE FIRST INNING' is a phrase used in baseball. It refers to the act of throwing the first pitch of the game, which is usually done by the starting pitcher. The crossword solutions for this term are 'TOE' (5 letters) and 'HURL' (5 letters). TOE is a verb meaning to push or touch with the foot, while HURL is a verb meaning to throw with great force. Therefore, both words can be used to describe the act of pitching the first inning in a baseball game.