fielder's choice
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of fielder's choice
An Americanism dating back to 1900–05
Example Sentences
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Milwaukee loaded the bases after that but Joey Ortiz grounded into an inning-ending fielder's choice.
From Barron's ● Oct. 12, 2025
A fielder’s choice from Soto in the next at-bat led to a run.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 25, 2025
Bryan Reynolds drove in the run with a fielder’s choice ground ball to first baseman Freddie Freeman before right-hander Evan Phillips came on the retire the next two batters.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 27, 2025
Betts scored after a fielder’s choice groundout to shortstop, giving the Dodgers a 3-0 lead.
From Seattle Times ● May 17, 2024
Ken sent him to third on a fielder's choice.
From The Young Pitcher by Grey, Zane
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