Gordon Beckham
Baseball player and infielder
A professional baseball player participated in Major League Baseball primarily as an infielder. Beckham was selected in the first round of the 2008 MLB Draft by the Chicago White Sox. Debuted in 2009 and played significant seasons with the White Sox, Atlanta Braves, and other teams. Known for contributions during competitive seasons and showcased promising offensive and defensive skills throughout the career.
Drafted 8th overall by the Chicago White Sox in 2008
Debuted in MLB in 2009
Played for teams including the Chicago White Sox and Atlanta Braves
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American politician and captain
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September 16th, 1977 48 years ago
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Russian field marshal in the Napoleonic Wars
Born
September 16th, 1745 280 years ago
Died
April 28th, 1813 212 years ago — 67 years old
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Singer-songwriter and actor in music industry
Born
September 16th, 1992 33 years ago
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September 16th, 1993 32 years ago
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Ice hockey player, Ottawa Senators captain
Born
September 16th, 1999 26 years ago
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