Kal Daniels
Baseball player, Cincinnati Reds star
Born
August 20th, 1963
61 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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This baseball player competed in Major League Baseball primarily during the 1980s and 1990s. Most notable contributions came while playing for the Cincinnati Reds, where strong offensive skills were displayed. Additionally, played for the Chicago Cubs and the Kansas City Royals. Career spanned from 1986 to 1994, showcasing a combination of power and speed on the field.
Played for the Cincinnati Reds from 1986 to 1991
Achieved a batting average of .300 in 1990
Won the National League Rookie of the Year award in 1987
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