Mookie Betts wants to be Dodgers shortstop for rest of career

"Betts spent most of his career in right field, becoming a Gold Glove winner at the position and regarded as one of the best defenders in the game. His speed allows him to cover a good amount of ground, and his glove and fundamentals are sound overall. However, in 2024, Betts was forced to cover in the infield, moving to second base and moonlighting as a shortstop."

"The biggest barrier preventing older players from playing shortstop is the loss of athleticism that comes with age. It is rare to see a player in their mid-to-late 30s still playing shortstop, though Betts wants to buck the trend. He seems to do a good job of maintaining his body and retaining his athleticism, though Father Time remains undefeated, and he could suffer an injury or a natural decline that limits his range to get"

Mookie Betts intends to finish his career at shortstop for the Los Angeles Dodgers. He spent most of his career in right field, winning a Gold Glove and earning a reputation as an elite defender. In 2024 he was moved into the infield, covering second base and shortstop, then returned to the outfield late in the season. Betts worked on his infield fundamentals during the 2024 offseason and delivered a standout 2025 season, becoming a Gold Glove finalist and making several highlight plays in the postseason. Age-related loss of athleticism and injury risk remain the primary obstacles to a long-term stay at shortstop.

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