third baseman
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of third baseman
An Americanism dating back to 1855–60
Example Sentences
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“I thought it was executed perfectly,” said Miller, the third baseman on the play.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026
Originally recruited to Oklahoma State University as a pitcher, third baseman and a football quarterback, McLean is extraordinarily talented and widely viewed as one of the sport’s most dynamic young arms.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026
He applauded Sal Bando after the Oakland A’s third baseman slammed a home run.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026
“He’s an absolute animal,” third baseman Max Muncy echoed.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 7, 2025
Danny Saunders screamed in Yiddish across the field, and more out of obedience than awareness the third baseman put a foot on the base.
From "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok
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