Eric Byrnes

Baseball player and sportscaster

Eric Byrnes - Baseball player and sportscaster
Born

February 16th, 1976
49 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as an outfielder in Major League Baseball from 2000 to 2010. Teams included the Oakland Athletics, Colorado Rockies, and Arizona Diamondbacks. Achieved a career-high batting average of .286 in 2007, contributing to the Diamondbacks' division title. Transitioned to a career in sports broadcasting after retiring from playing, serving as a commentator and analyst.

Played for the Arizona Diamondbacks

Achieved a .286 batting average in 2007

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