hot corner
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Both were selected in the 2014 MLB draft and watched each othersâ at-bats from the hot corner throughout near-identical minor league careers on opposing teams. — Shayna Rubin, The Mercury News, "Behind the rhythm of âDJ Matt Chapmanâ: A third base revolution for our eyes, ears," 3 Sep. 2019 In the Oriolesâ 100th game of the season, manager Brandon Hyde is finally handing last yearâs incumbent third baseman â Renato NĂșñez â a start at the hot corner. — Jon Meoli, baltimoresun.com, "In 100th game of season, Orioles give Renato NĂșñez first start of season at third base: âHeâs earned itâ," 24 July 2019 With Rachel Cid returning at third base, Felder could present the Ducks with an option at the hot corner or move to first base, allowing Shaye Bowden to play in right field. — James Crepea | The Oregonian/oregonlive, oregonlive.com, "Oregon softball adds infielder Mya Felder, WAC freshman of the year," 2 July 2019 His arm strength is such an asset at the hot corner, allowing him to make difficult plays with ease. — Wells Dusenbury, sun-sentinel.com, "Marlins mailbag: Is it time to move the fences in at Marlins Park? Plus, potential free-agent targets, TV deal and more," 20 June 2019 With plus defensive skills at the hot corner and high offensive ceiling, the 21-year-old right-hander batted .336 with 13 HR this season while also posting 12 saves and a 2.49 ERA on the mound. — Kyle Newman, The Denver Post, "Rockies take Georgia two-way star Aaron Schunk in second round of 2019 MLB draft," 3 June 2019 In other words, third base wasnât the only hot corner at Governors Field. — Dwight Perry / Sideline Chatter, The Seattle Times, "Sideline Chatter: Pac-12 hoops fans might bring pitchforks and torches to Clippers games," 12 Apr. 2019 While third base is his natural position, Ălvarez was never a standout there and moved to first base with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2015 after making 25 errors at the hot corner in 2014. — Jon Meoli, baltimoresun.com, "Orioles scratch Danny Valencia Sunday; Pedro Ălvarez homers in his place," 29 Apr. 2018 BeltrĂ©, who announced his retirement Tuesday in a letter released by the Texas Rangers, leaves the game with 3,166 hits, more than anybody who played at least half his games at the hot corner. — Jared Diamond, WSJ, "AdriĂĄn BeltrĂ© Puts Cap on a Hall-of-Fame Career," 20 Nov. 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'hot corner.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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