There are 9
fielding positions in
baseball. Each position conventionally has an associated number (from 1 to 9) which is used
to score putouts. For example:
- If the third baseman fields a ball and throws it to first, it is recorded as a 5-3 out.
- A double play where the second baseman fields, throws to the shortstop at second base, who throws to the first baseman is recorded as a 4-6-3 double play.
The fielding positions in baseball are the basis for the famous comedy routine Who's On First?, created by the team of Abbott and Costello.
Battery
Infield
Outfield
Other team personnel