first baseman
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of first baseman
An Americanism dating back to 1855–60
Example Sentences
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Contending teams were lining up to potentially acquire Gray, slugging first baseman Willson Contreras or flamethrowing closer Aroldis Chapman.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 2026
“He’s obviously a first baseman, and I’m on the left side, so defensively a little different,” Lowrance said of Freeman during a conference call with media.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 12, 2026
The 41-year-old Stearns responded to that meltdown by orchestrating a dramatic roster overhaul, highlighted by the controversial departure of slugging first baseman Pete Alonso, a fan favorite and the franchise’s all-time leader in home runs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 26, 2026
Although Muncy left the game after colliding Arizona first baseman Ildemaro Vargas, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said he thinks Muncy will be available to play over the weekend.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 5, 2026
The first baseman fumbles off to chase the short stop’s bad throw.
From "Al Capone Does My Shirts" by Gennifer Choldenko
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