Brad Wilkerson
Baseball player and coach, 2003 All-Star
Born
June 1st, 1977
48 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An accomplished baseball player and coach, played as an outfielder and first baseman in Major League Baseball. Made his debut with the Montreal Expos in 2003, achieving All-Star status the same year. Also played for teams including the Texas Rangers and Tampa Bay Devil Rays. Transitioned to coaching following retirement, contributing to player development and strategy.
Selected as an All-Star in 2003
Played for the Montreal Expos
Contributed to the Texas Rangers
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