re: 2B is the easiest position to play

Then why did I always get stuck in right field? The only balls I ever saw was in the shower after the game.

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Look up the stats for any team, college or pro, and you'll see their errors happen at SS and 3B way more than 2B

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There’s more to being good at fielding a position than avoiding errors. The skill set needed at 3B is different from 2B. It requires faster reflexes and a stronger arm, while 2B requires more agility to make the pivot and cover more ground. If a 2B makes a poor pivot or lets a ground ball get past him into the OF for a base hit because he has bad range, he doesn’t get charged with an error, but not making an out on the play hurts his team just as much. So, yes, a 2B can stand like a statue and avoid making errors, but that doesn’t mean it’s an easier position to play well.

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Look up the stats for any team, college or pro, and you'll see their errors happen at SS and 3B way more than 2B

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ok.
just looked up 2025 LSU.
Dickinson (2B) 4 errors
Milam (SS) 5 errors
Braswell (3B) 3 errors.


looks pretty equal to me.

2024 LSU
Milam (2B) 5 errors
White (3B) 3 errors

2026 LSU so far
Dardar (2B) 3 errors
Milam (SS) 0 errors


Milam, the same exact human being
.978 fielding percentage at 2B (5 errors)
.979 fielding percentage at 3B (5 errors)

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And the SS covers more ground which can lead to more errors.

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Which means it's harder to play than 2nd, right? That was his argument.

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You must not have played 3B at any level. The responsibilites might not be as much as 2nd or SS, but IMO it was harder to play than 2B.

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Look at how many MLB 3B were former SS either in the league or in college. But not many 2B convert to 3B

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2B is the easiest position to play

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Uhhh. No it's not. Being at 2B requires you to know just about every different situation right when the ball is hit, especially in the infield. 2B is involved in most double play situations in some fashion. 2B is key in getting a runner trying to steal 2nd. I'm not downplaying the outfield at all b/c outfield I think requires a more athletic player while 2B requires a more mental player.
Yeah, Dardar made a few fumbles there last night, but he'll learn from those mistakes. He's played more 3B in his college career.

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Tell me you have never played baseball, without telling me you have never played baseball..

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Hey buddy, you’re talking to a Special Honorable Mention member of the 2012 West Virginia Class AA All-State Team.

That's why it's harder than 2B

It isn't debatable that second basemen play much deeper these days. And it also makes the throwing angle different

AI's take:

First base and Right Field are generally considered the easiest positions in baseball because they typically require less range, weaker throwing arms, and fewer complex defensive decisions compared to other spots. While 1B focuses on catching and 3B on quick reflexes, they are often used to hide weaker defenders who can hit.

Here is a breakdown of the easiest positions:
First Base (1B): Traditionally considered the easiest, as it requires the least amount of lateral movement and quickness compared to other infield positions.
Right Field (RF): Often where younger or less experienced players are placed because it sees the fewest batted balls.
Left Field (LF): A relatively easy spot with shorter throws compared to right field.
Designated Hitter (DH): While not a defensive position, it is considered the "easiest" role because it involves no fielding, allowing players to focus solely on batting, though it can be mentally taxing.

On the other hand, Shortstop, Center Field, and Catcher are considered the most difficult positions due to the range and decision-making required