center fielder
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of center fielder
An Americanism dating back to 1865–70
Example Sentences
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Later in the inning, though the run would have likely scored anyway, the usually strong relay combination of center fielder Andy Pages and Betts ended with Betts throwing over catcher Ben Rortvedt.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 9, 2026
Ebel, who coached Cubs star center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong with Team USA in the World Baseball Classic this year, gave him grief for serving as the designated hitter on Wednesday.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 6, 2026
Skubal retired the first six batters he faced, with the help of a sliding catch by center fielder Andy Pages and a diving grab by right fielder Kyle Tucker.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2026
“I knew what I was getting into,” said Peters, now the center fielder for the Chicago White Sox.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
As Alex rounded second base, Rex passed the center fielder and was closing fast.
From "Eleven" by Tom Rogers
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