Joey Votto

I think we're in a new era of baseball where it's not OK to have a lumbering slugger in the corner of the outfield not catching the ball, and not taking the extra base.

Canadian Baseball Player

J. D. Martinez

I believe that you're a hitter first and you're a slugger second type deal.

American Athlete

Used mainly in sports like baseball to describe a player's hitting prowess.

Sports Specific

Implies a strong and skillful athlete, often admired in the sport.

Positive Connotation

Frequently used in sports commentary and news when discussing exceptional players.

Media Usage

Suggests someone with a propensity for fighting or physical confrontations.

Aggressive Image

Typically used in casual contexts, not in formal or professional discussions.

Informal Usage

Being labeled a 'slugger' in this sense is rarely seen as a positive attribute.

Slugger