Craig Biggio

Baseball player and coach for the Astros

Craig Biggio - Baseball player and coach for the Astros
Born

December 14th, 1965
59 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a second baseman, catcher, and outfielder in Major League Baseball. Spent entire playing career with the Houston Astros from 1988 to 2007. Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2015. Transitioned to a coaching role after retiring. Contributed to baseball as a mentor and coach, influencing young players.

Accumulated 3,060 hits in MLB

Selected as a six-time All-Star

Won five Gold Glove Awards

Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame

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