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second base

noun

Baseball.

the second in order of the bases from home plate.
the position of the player covering the area of the infield between second and first bases.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of second base¹

An Americanism dating back to 1835–45

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With two outs, Miguel Rojas booted a more routine grounder at second base, resulting in yet another error and unearned run.

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He also played 18 at second base, nearly becoming eligible at a third position.

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Only four players had more at-bats than Kim, who appeared at second base, shortstop and center field.

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Anderson played 18 innings at second base for the White Sox in 2023 — making one error in six chances — and found it far less stressful than shortstop.

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Most of their lineup is set, with only openings at second base and center field remaining unsettled.

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second banana second baseman

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