infielder

noun

in·​field·​er ˈin-ˌfēl-dər 

: a baseball player who plays in the infield

Examples of infielder in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

On July 30, 2021, the Mets traded PCA to the Cubs for infielder Javier Baez, and pitcher Trevor Williams. — Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026

Milwaukee scored nine times in the eighth against Mariners infielder Leo Rivas, including Lara's homer, which was the first of his career. — ABC News, 18 Aug. 2026

In a corresponding move, the Mets designated infielder Gabrial Arias for assignment. — Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 17 Aug. 2026

Liam became part of the Toronto Mets travel ball program that has produced several other recent big-leaguers, including A’s outfielder Denzel Clarke, Brewers infielder Tyler Black, Mets pitcher Jonah Tong and Diamondbacks pitcher Mitch Bratt. — Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1867, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for infielder

• outfielder
• fielder
• wielder