Joey Wendle
Baseball player, 2019 Gold Glove winner
Born
April 26th, 1990
35 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball player, primarily played as an infielder. Career began with the Oakland Athletics before moving to the Tampa Bay Rays. Achieved success in the 2019 season, showcasing defensive skills that earned a Gold Glove Award. Contributed consistently in multiple seasons with a focus on batting average and versatility on the field.
Winning a Gold Glove Award in 2019
Playing for the Tampa Bay Rays
Participating in the 2020 MLB postseason
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