Mike Fontenot
Baseball player, World Series champion
Born
June 9th, 1980
44 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Fontenot played as an infielder in Major League Baseball from 2005 to 2012, primarily for the Chicago Cubs and San Francisco Giants. He was part of the Giants' roster during their 2012 World Series victory. Fontenot attended Louisiana State University, where he contributed to the team's success before being drafted in the third round of the 2001 MLB Draft. His career included stints with multiple teams, showcasing versatility in playing second base and shortstop. After retiring from professional baseball, Fontenot transitioned into coaching.
Played for Chicago Cubs and San Francisco Giants
Won the 2012 World Series with the Giants
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