baseman
[beys-muh n]
- a first, second, or third baseman.
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Origin of baseman
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Contemporary Examples
Kids, like young Paul Hemphill, went speechless in the presence of Fred Hatfield the third baseman.
Seriously: why no profile of White Sox third baseman Kevin Youkilis, probably the most visible Jew in contemporary sports?
"Ted just had that natural ability," said Hall of Fame second baseman Bobby Doerr.
Kelly, who graduated from Pitt in 1933, should easily waltz past Colorado Rockies third baseman Ty Wigginton's UNC Asheville.
Historical Examples
This was Orville Foxhall, second baseman of the Wyndham nine.
Rival Pitchers of OakdaleMorgan Scott
It was a signal meant for Denton, the third baseman, who was watching him like a hawk.
Baseball Joe Around the WorldLester Chadwick
There was a laugh at this, and Mackay, the third baseman, looked a little sheepish.
Baseball Joe Around the WorldLester Chadwick
Then the pitcher tried some wide ones on the big first baseman of the Merries.
Frank Merriwell's SonBurt L. Standish
Then Burkett, the burly first baseman of the Giants, strode to the plate.
Baseball Joe, Captain of the TeamLester Chadwick
baseman
- baseball a fielder positioned near a base
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