Freddie Bynum

Baseball player with Chicago Cubs role

Freddie Bynum - Baseball player with Chicago Cubs role
Born

March 15th, 1980
45 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played Major League Baseball primarily as a utility infielder. Debuted in 2005 with the Chicago Cubs, contributing to the team's roster during his tenure. Also played for the Oakland Athletics and the Baltimore Orioles. Concluded playing career in 2009 after a brief stint with the Minor Leagues. Transitioned to coaching and mentoring young players post-retirement.

Debuted in MLB with the Chicago Cubs in 2005

Played for the Oakland Athletics and Baltimore Orioles

Transitioned to coaching young baseball players

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