first baseman
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of first baseman
An Americanism dating back to 1855–60
Example Sentences
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Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman played in his first Cactus League game of the season, hitting a two-run double against the Cleveland Guardians.
From Los Angeles Times
Manager Dave Roberts is optimistic about what his veteran first baseman can do, even at age 36.
From Los Angeles Times
The only notable absence last year was first baseman Freddie Freeman, who remained in Los Angeles to nurse an ankle injury that landed him on the injured list.
From Los Angeles Times
He and his staff determined that allocating big bucks to a 31-year-old first baseman was a bad investment.
While Team Canada general manager Greg Hamilton said Freddie Freeman would like to participate, the first baseman is dealing with some lingering health issues after playing through an ankle injury for much of last season.
From Los Angeles Times
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