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fielder's choice

American

noun

Baseball.

a fielder's attempt to put out a base runner rather than the batter when a play at first base would put out the batter.

Etymology

Origin of fielder's choice

An Americanism dating back to 1900–05

Example Sentences

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The Bruins loaded the bases with one out, then broke the 1-1 tie on a fielder’s choice.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

And, after George Springer grounded into a fielder’s choice, brought Roberts trudging back out to the mound.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 24, 2025

Milwaukee loaded the bases after that but Joey Ortiz grounded into an inning-ending fielder's choice.

From Barron's • Oct. 12, 2025

The Cardinals challenged the call again, and replays showed Herrera was safe at first, turning the double play into a fielder’s choice.

From Seattle Times • May 12, 2024

Ken sent him to third on a fielder's choice.

From The Young Pitcher by Grey, Zane

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