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How to Play Center Field: It’s More Than Catching Fly Balls

by Steve Nelson
Backside view of a center fielder in the ready position with overlaying text that reads "How to Play Center Field"

A center fielder is considered the captain of the outfield and that means the center fielder has a lot of … Read more

Who Is the Cutoff Man for Center Fielders?

by Steve Nelson
Backside view of an outfielder wearing number 19 who is throwing the ball into the infield

In baseball, a cutoff man intercepts a throw from an outfielder and redirects the ball to any of the four … Read more

Where to Stand in Center Field?

by Steve Nelson
Backside view of number 23 wearing a white jersey in center field and waiting for the next pitch

Centerfield is the area of a baseball field that covers the middle part of the outfield behind second base. The … Read more

4 Scenarios Where Center Fielders Should Back Up Teammates

by Steve Nelson
Right fielder in blue uniform waiting to catch a fly ball while teammate backs him up

In baseball, defense is an integral part of any successful team. Every position has its own responsibilities and an ideal … Read more

The Dimensions of Center Field in Baseball

by Steve Nelson
A center field fence that reads "400" indicates the baseball diamond is 400 feet to center field

Center field is a specific position on a baseball team as well as a specific location on a baseball field. … Read more

Center Fielder Roles and Responsibilities

by Steve Nelson
Backside view of number 23 wearing a white jersey in center field and waiting for the next pitch

As someone who primarily plays center field, I know first-hand that center fielders are crucial players on any successful baseball … Read more

What Size Glove Should a Center Fielder Wear?

by Steve Nelson
Closeup of a hand demonstrating how to wear a batting glove under a fielding glove

Whether you’re trying to go pro or getting your kid ready for their first game, the most essential piece of … Read more

9 Characteristics of Good Center Fielders

by Steve Nelson
Backside view of number 5 in a blue uniform walking to his position in the outfield

Every baseball team wants to place their fastest player in center field because there is a lot of ground to … Read more

9 Reasons Center Field Is a Good Position in Baseball

by Steve Nelson
Colorado Rockies stadium view from the upper deck and behind home plate

As someone who mainly plays center field, I know first-hand that the center fielder is a defensive position that’s vital … Read more

What Is a Center Fielder in Baseball?

by Steve Nelson
Baserunner and center fielder looking at each other while the center fielder winds up to throw the ball

If you’re new to baseball, it can be tricky to fully remember all of the positions and how they operate. … Read more

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