third sacker

Thân thiện

The third sacker catches a line drive and throws to first base.

Definition

Noun: * (Baseball) The person who plays third base: In the sport of baseball, the "third sacker" is the defensive player whose position is at third base. This player is responsible for fielding balls hit near third base, making throws to other bases to get runners out, and guarding the area.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The team's new third sacker made an incredible diving stop to save a run.
  • A strong throwing arm is essential for a good third sacker.
  • The coach decided to move the veteran player from shortstop to third sacker.

Advanced Usage

• The term "third sacker" is a traditional and informal synonym for the more common modern term "third baseman." It is often used in historical contexts, classic baseball writing, or by commentators employing colorful language.
  • In the annals of baseball, few third sackers were as feared with the bat as Mike Schmidt.

Variants and Related Words

• Third baseman (n): The standard and more frequently used term for the defensive player at third base.
  • She is the starting third baseman for the national team.
• Hot corner (n): A common nickname for the third base position itself, referring to the hard-hit balls typically fielded there.
  • Playing the hot corner requires quick reflexes.

Synonyms

• Third baseman: The direct and primary synonym.
• Cornerman: A general term for a player at either third base or first base.

Related Idioms

• "Man the hot corner": To play the position of third base.
  • With the regular starter injured, a rookie will have to man the hot corner tonight.

Học thuật

Noun

1. (baseball) the person who plays third base

Từ đồng nghĩa

• third baseman