Josh Phegley

Baseball catcher, MLB player for A's

Josh Phegley - Baseball catcher, MLB player for A's
Born

February 12th, 1988
37 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a professional baseball catcher in Major League Baseball (MLB). Phegley made his MLB debut with the Chicago White Sox in 2013. Later, he played for the Oakland Athletics. Phegley's career includes contributions in both offensive and defensive roles, showcasing skills that made him a reliable player behind the plate. He concluded his MLB career after the 2019 season, having experienced various levels of competition in the league.

Debuted with the Chicago White Sox in 2013

Played for the Oakland Athletics

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