Ian Kinsler
Professional baseball player, All-Star
Born
June 22nd, 1982
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball player primarily played as a second baseman. Played for the Texas Rangers, Detroit Tigers, and Los Angeles Angels over a career spanning from 2006 to 2019. Kinsler was an integral part of the Texas Rangers' lineup and contributed to their appearance in the 2010 and 2011 World Series. Achieved All-Star selections in 2008, 2010, 2011, and 2014, showcasing consistent performance and skill in the field. Over the course of a successful career, established himself as a key player with strong defensive capabilities and significant hitting records.
Played in the 2010 and 2011 World Series
Selected as an All-Star four times
Won the Gold Glove Award in 2016
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