Bernard Gilkey
Baseball player and 1996 MLB All-Star
Born
September 24th, 1966
58 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Born in 1966, played as an outfielder in Major League Baseball. Debuted in 1991 with the New York Mets and later played for the St. Louis Cardinals, Arizona Diamondbacks, and the Boston Red Sox. Achieved notable success with the Cardinals, contributing to the team's efforts during the mid-1990s. Earned the distinction of an All-Star selection in 1996 and finished that season with a batting average of .305, showcasing a strong offensive performance. Retired after the 2000 season.
1996 MLB All-Star selection
Played for the New York Mets, St. Louis Cardinals, Arizona Diamondbacks, and Boston Red Sox
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