third base

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Alex Bregman, 31, plays third base for the Chicago Cubs, who signed him in January to a five-year, $175-million contract.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

And as he reached third base, he stopped to salute his teammates and pointed at the Stars and Stripes on his uniform sleeve.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

Though typically a short stop, he is reportedly expected to play third base for the Mets if the move is finalized, pending a physical.

From Barron's • Jan. 16, 2026

The Dodgers cut down the potential tying run at third base!

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 8, 2025

“Started at third base my junior and senior year. No one cared that he was gay—not the players, not the coaches, not the fans.”

From "A High Five for Glenn Burke" by Phil Bildner