it mean? Does that mean that the player is not good enough for a specific postion, ie..catcher, shortstop? Or does it mean that he's a good player and can play all different positions? Thank you.
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The term Utility player could mean either.
More often than not, In MLB it is a backup player who can play multiple positions. A very valuable asset in a 162 game schedule.
But it can also be a starter like Chone Figgins of the Angels. He starts most games, but his position changes often. He played in 158 games last season, 56 at 3B, 50 in CF, 42 at 2B, 15 in LF. 8 in RF, 7 at DH and 4 at SS.
In youth baseball, players play all over the field, so most players are utility players.
More often than not, In MLB it is a backup player who can play multiple positions. A very valuable asset in a 162 game schedule.
But it can also be a starter like Chone Figgins of the Angels. He starts most games, but his position changes often. He played in 158 games last season, 56 at 3B, 50 in CF, 42 at 2B, 15 in LF. 8 in RF, 7 at DH and 4 at SS.
In youth baseball, players play all over the field, so most players are utility players.
A utility player is someone who gives all out effort in any situation and the coach can depend on him to play where the spot is needed.
utility does not mean back up. It is usually a very athletic and verstile player who can play any position on the field at a high level.