Hank Blalock
Baseball player and All-Star third baseman
Born
November 21st, 1980
44 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Professional baseball player played primarily as a third baseman in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2002 to 2010. Debuted with the Texas Rangers and later played for the Tampa Bay Rays. Achieved an All-Star selection in 2003, showcasing exceptional batting skills and power. Recorded impressive statistics throughout his career, including several seasons with double-digit home runs and a notable performance in 2004 with a career-high 29 home runs. Contributed to the teams with significant offensive capabilities, and played a key role in the Rangers' playoff appearances in the mid-2000s.
Selected as an All-Star in 2003
Hit 29 home runs in 2004
Played for the Texas Rangers and Tampa Bay Rays
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