Doug Glanville

Baseball player and sportscaster

Doug Glanville - Baseball player and sportscaster
Born

August 25th, 1970
54 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played Major League Baseball from 1996 to 2004, primarily as an outfielder. Teams included the Chicago Cubs, Philadelphia Phillies, and Texas Rangers. Transitioned to a career in sports broadcasting post-retirement, providing analysis and commentary for networks such as ESPN and NBC Sports. Contributed to sports journalism through articles and columns that reflect on the game and its culture.

Played for the Chicago Cubs, Philadelphia Phillies, and Texas Rangers

Worked as a sports analyst for ESPN and NBC Sports

Wrote columns on baseball for various media outlets

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