Gordon Beckham

Baseball player and infielder

Gordon Beckham - Baseball player and infielder
Born

September 16th, 1986
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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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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