infielding
Playing the dirt
Infielding is the skill or act of playing defense in a baseball or softball infield—catching grounders, fielding bunts, turning double plays.
The term describes both the general activity and one's proficiency at it: His infielding has improved since last season.
Compare with outfielding.
shortstop
Infield position, number six
- groundballBatted ball that bounces
- forceoutOut at occupied base
- tagoutContact that retires baserunner
throw · scoop · backhand · pivot · range · shift · glove · mitt · error · assist
baseball activity type
infieldingbatting
Swinging at pitches
hitting · offense · base running · baserunning · at-bat
infield, outfield, outfielder, infielder, playing field, infielders, outfields, infields