left fielder
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of left fielder
An Americanism dating back to 1865–70
Example Sentences
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With Ohtani out, left fielder Alex Call was in the leadoff spot, and Santiago Espinal served as the designated hitter.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 12, 2026
Angels left fielder Wade Meckler, who made his debut on Friday night, is an Orange County native who grew up cheering for the team.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 25, 2026
“I love playing behind Coral,” said Gonzales, the Cougars’ left fielder.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 5, 2026
As Andy Pages, just inserted into the game in center field, ran over left fielder Kiké Hernández to make the catch, Dodgers play-by-play announcer Stephen Nelson summed up the high drama unfolding in front him.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 23, 2026
We got another single from our left fielder, Mattie, and the score was 3—2 with a runner on first and second.
From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson
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