Center fielder

[1] Outfielders must cover large distances, so speed, instincts and quickness to react to the ball are key.

As well as the requirements above, the center fielder must be the outfielder who has the best combination of speed and throwing distance.

The center fielder "covers more 'grass' than any other player" (see photo) and, most likely, will catch the most fly balls.

The position also has the greatest responsibility among the three outfielders for coordinating their play to prevent collisions when converging on a fly ball, and on plays where the center fielder does not make the catch, he must position himself behind the corner outfielder as backup.

A center fielder's vision and depth perception is a coveted skill and must be above average.