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

Pittsburgh called up infielder Jack Brannigan from Triple-A Indianapolis to take Griffin's spot on the roster. — ABC News, 7 July 2026

After the Dodgers refused to increase their offer to a fourth year, the team pivoted and instead executed a legendary trade to acquire star infielder Mookie Betts, who now anchors their roster. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Miguel Rojas, the Dodgers’ veteran Venezuelan infielder, was among several teammates who hugged and spoke to Alfonzo in the dugout. — Greg Beacham, Chicago Tribune, 6 July 2026

To take Kim’s spot on the roster, the Braves returned infielder Kyle Farmer from his rehab assignment with Double-A Columbus. — Chad Bishop, AJC.com, 5 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1867, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for infielder

• outfielder
• fielder
• wielder