shortstop

1. The infield defensive player that stands between the second baseman and the third baseman.

   The shortstop ranged deep into the hole to make the stop.

   the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed between second and third base

2. (figuratively)A nimble defender.

   I'll play shortstop when we make our proposal.

3. A player who is short of money.

1. Tom played shortstop.

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2. An injury put the shortstop out of action.

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3. The shortstop then throws the ball to the first baseman.

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