left fielder

nounBaseball.

Origin of left fielder

An Americanism dating back to 1865–70

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Catcher is now the biggest question for the Washington Nationals, who have otherwise added a first baseman, a left fielder, a starter and two left-handed relievers this offseason.
Nationals sign Blake Swihart to minor league deal with spring training invite | Jesse Dougherty | January 27, 2021 | Washington Post
While in the University he alternated as pitcher and left fielder and was captain of the team in 1914.
The University of Michigan | Wilfred Shaw
It was one of those long, low, hard drives, and sailed about ten feet over the left fielder's head and in a direct line for Dixey.
A Ball Player's Career | Adrian C. Anson
It looked like a sure home run, and it was clear that the Boston left fielder could not get under it.
Baseball Joe, Home Run King | Lester Chadwick
Lanny flied out to left fielder and Pete reached second ahead of the throw-in.
The Lucky Seventh | Ralph Henry Barbour

The left-fielder is expected to back up the second and third bases on a throw from first base or right-field.
Base-Ball | John M. Ward

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