Brian McCann
Baseball player and All-Star catcher
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A professional baseball player, primarily served as a catcher in Major League Baseball (MLB). Debuted with the Atlanta Braves in 2005 and played for the team until 2013. Continued career with the New York Yankees from 2014 to 2016 and the Houston Astros in 2017. Achieved notable success in the MLB, including being selected to the All-Star Game multiple times and winning a Silver Slugger Award. Known for significant contributions on offense and defense, particularly in playoff games.
Selected as an MLB All-Star seven times
Won the Silver Slugger Award
Played for the Houston Astros during their 2017 World Series victory
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