right fielder
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of right fielder
An Americanism dating back to 1865–70
Example Sentences
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A fly ball conked Angels right fielder Jo Adell on the head and bounced over the fence for a home run, reminding fans of José Canseco’s similar gaffe 33 years ago.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
“I’ve already bought a ticket,” he quipped, “for the right fielder to sit in the stands.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
With runners on first and third, Boston right fielder Jack Manning hit a ball that Athletics second baseman Bill Fouser couldn’t handle.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026
Kyle Tucker, the Dodgers’ pricey new right fielder, had three hits, including his third home run this season.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026
The right fielder fields the ball and throws home, but the ball never makes it, and Luis scores easily.
From "A High Five for Glenn Burke" by Phil Bildner
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