Top Defensive Players Named by RL
In baseball circles, a player who has good range, a good arm and good hands is a great catch. Clubs strive to be strong in the field, especially "up the middle". Solid defenders can make a difference in the outcome of tight games and tight pennant races. The Glove Wizard Awards for 2056 in the Republic League go to these standout defenders:

<Pitcher:value_bold#0>
<Jerry Whisler:player#6606> (<Kirbyville HS Drillers:team#143>)

<Catcher:value_bold#0>
<Marlin Hales:player#5411> (<Houston HS Hornets:team#155>)

<First Baseman:value_bold#0>
<Erik Ripple:player#12401> (<Garrettsville HS River Cats:team#152>)

<Second Baseman:value_bold#0>
<Rick Darnell:player#5747> (<Saskatoon HS Moose:team#148>)

<Third Baseman:value_bold#0>
<Bobby Montes:player#5571> (<Wasco HS War Lords:team#151>)

<Shortstop:value_bold#0>
<Jeff Becker:player#2753> (<Long Beach HS Terriers:team#170>)

<Left Fielder:value_bold#0>
<Devin Bonifant:player#3299> (<Reno HS Wranglers:team#146>)

<Center Fielder:value_bold#0>
<Casey Ditch:player#5264> (<Dallas HS Hammerheads:team#163>)

<Right Fielder:value_bold#0>
<Fei Seema:player#4928> (<Calgary HS Flames:team#174>)

