shortstop
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London Mills, the starting shortstop for Chaminade’s softball team as a sophomore, is lucky she doesn’t have to face her mom, Jackie, in soccer.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026
The deal makes Griffin the highest-paid player in Pirates history and secures him as shortstop for nine years.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
He played second base, third base and shortstop as a junior on varsity.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026
Zach Neto is the Angels’ best player and they should prioritize keeping the shortstop for the long term if they have any interest in winning.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026
“Dad wanted me to play second this year. The coach wanted me to be the shortstop but Dad said I had to learn how to play second base first. Next year I’ll be at shortstop.”
From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee
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