Josh Reddick
Baseball player, 2018 World Series champion
Born
February 19th, 1987
38 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Professional baseball player played as an outfielder in Major League Baseball (MLB) for several teams, including the Oakland Athletics and Houston Astros. Reddick had a successful career that included winning the 2018 World Series with the Astros. Known for strong defensive skills and a powerful bat, he contributed significantly during his time with the Athletics and Astros, achieving notable batting statistics and recognition.
Played for Oakland Athletics
Won 2018 World Series with Houston Astros
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