Center Fielder

The center fielder covers the middle portion of the outfield (when viewing the field from home plate).

Range is imperative for a center fielder, as he has more ground to cover than either of the corner outfielders. Center fielders ideally will also possess strong throwing arms, as they often are required to throw to home, third and second in an effort to prevent baserunners from advancing.

The center fielder is considered the "captain" of the outfield and typically will take precedence over a corner outfielder if the two are attempting to field the same ball. Center fielders will often call off corner outfielders by yelling "I got it" in such situations.