second baseman
Definition
Noun: - (Baseball) The fielder who defends the area around second base: This player is positioned between first and second base and is responsible for fielding balls hit into that area, covering second base during plays, and participating in double plays.
Usage
- The second baseman fields ground balls hit to the right side of the infield.
- A common defensive strategy involves the shortstop and the second baseman coordinating to turn a double play.
- The team's second baseman has excellent quickness and a strong throwing arm.
Advanced Usage
- "Turning two": A common phrase referring to a second baseman (often with the shortstop) successfully executing a double play.
- The quick pivot by the second baseman was key to turning two and ending the inning.
Variants and Related Words
- Second base (n): The base itself, which the second baseman defends.
- Second sacker (n, informal): A slang term for a second baseman.
- Middle infielder (n): A collective term for both the second baseman and the shortstop.
Synonyms
- Infielder: A more general term for any defensive player stationed in the infield, which includes the second baseman.
Related Phrases
- Cover the bag: Refers to the second baseman's responsibility to move to and stand on second base to receive a throw for a force out.
- On a steal attempt, the second baseman must cover the bag.
- Pivot man: Often describes the second baseman's role in receiving a throw from another fielder and then quickly turning to throw to first base to complete a double play.
Noun
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(baseball) the person who plays second base
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