outfielder

[ out-feel-der ]

noun

, Sports.

1. one of the players, especially in baseball, stationed in the outfield.

Word History and Origins

Origin of outfielder¹

An Americanism dating back to 1855–60; outfield + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Currently, the Dodgers don’t have an established everyday outfielder on their roster, with only platoon bats such as Andy Pages, Chris Taylor and James Outman under club control for next season.

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Betts’ expected move, which he and the team have discussed in recent weeks, will further emphasize one of the Dodgers’ biggest needs this winter: corner outfielders.

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The Dodgers extended a qualifying offer to outfielder Teoscar Hernández on Monday, according to a person with knowledge of the situation but not authorized to speak publicly.

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“I just want to say thank you,” said the veteran outfielder, who will be a free agent this offseason but said he’s hopeful of re-signing with the club.

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But the outfielder, who is expected to command a deal of at least four years and $80 million, made it clear Friday that he wants to remain in Los Angeles.

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