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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Gregory Ball
American politician and captain
Born
September 16th, 1977 48 years ago
Served as a captain in the armed forces and held significant political positions. Focused on community development and policy advocacy during tenure in office. Exhibited leadership in various initiatives aimed at improving local governance and civic engagement.
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Beauty pageant contestant, Miss USA 1995
Born
September 16th, 1971 54 years ago
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English footballer and defender
Born
September 16th, 1993 32 years ago
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French geologist and zoologist, author
Born
September 16th, 1725 300 years ago
Died
September 20th, 1815 210 years ago — 90 years old
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American composer for Warner Bros. cartoons
Born
September 16th, 1897 128 years ago
Died
April 24th, 1962 64 years ago — 64 years old
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Rugby league player with Wests Tigers
Born
September 16th, 1994 31 years ago
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