* 2B: Second Base (4). The second baseman has an important defensive role to field ground balls hit toward him and, if necessary start a double play. |
* 2B: Second Base (4). The second baseman has an important defensive role to field ground balls hit toward him and, if necessary start a double play. When the ball is hit to the shortstop, the second baseman may help "turn" a double play by stepping on second base, fielding the throw from SS, and throwing to first base, to retire both the batter, and the runner on first. |