in left field
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He again played catch in left field at Citizens Bank Park on Monday.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 21, 2026
In Hernández’s absence, Alex Call and Ward are expected to share time in left field in what Roberts said won’t be a “complete platoon.”
From Los Angeles Times ● May 30, 2026
He forced Dalton Varsho to ground into a force out at home, only to throw a curveball to Ernie Clement that was driven to the wall in left field.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 2, 2025
Then Andy Pages added to that greatness by reaching over Kiké Hernández in left field to catch a fly ball by Ernie Clement to end the inning.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 2, 2025
Edward was far out in left field, Carlisle stood between the first and second bases, and Alice held the ball, positioned on the spot that must be the pitcher’s mound.
From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer
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