Josh Barfield

Baseball player and Major League infielder

Josh Barfield - Baseball player and Major League infielder
Born

December 17th, 1982
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A Major League Baseball infielder played for the San Diego Padres, Cleveland Guardians, and New York Yankees. Barfield made his MLB debut in 2004 and quickly gained recognition for his performance. He had a notable rookie season with the Padres, showcasing his skills both offensively and defensively. Over the course of his career, Barfield contributed to several teams, earning a reputation for his versatility on the field. After leaving the MLB, he continued his career in the minor leagues and independent baseball.

Debuted with the San Diego Padres in 2004

Played for the Cleveland Guardians

Appeared in games for the New York Yankees

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