ballhawk

/ˈbɔlˌhɔk/
noun
  1. A player who is very good at catching or intercepting the ball, especially in baseball or football.
    • The center fielder is a real ballhawk and catches everything.
    • Every team wants a ballhawk in the outfield.
    • He became known as a ballhawk for his incredible interceptions.
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