Jackie Bradley Jr.
Professional baseball outfielder; 2018 Gold Glove
Born
April 19th, 1990
35 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played Major League Baseball as an outfielder. Debuted in 2013 with the Boston Red Sox. Won the Gold Glove Award in 2018 for exceptional defensive play. Contributed to the Red Sox's victory in the 2018 World Series. Joined the Milwaukee Brewers in 2021, continuing to play at a competitive level in baseball.
Won the Gold Glove Award in 2018
Contributed to the Boston Red Sox's 2018 World Series
Debuted with the Boston Red Sox in 2013
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