Milton Bradley
Baseball player with MLB career
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Athletes & Sports Figures
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United States
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Played Major League Baseball primarily as an outfielder. Debuted in 2000 with the Montreal Expos and had stints with several teams including the Los Angeles Dodgers, Oakland Athletics, and Texas Rangers. Notably played for the Chicago Cubs in 2008. Recorded a career batting average of .270 with 121 home runs and 501 runs batted in. Also became recognized for on-field skills and occasional controversies during his career.
Debuted in MLB with the Montreal Expos
Played for the Chicago Cubs in 2008
Achieved a career batting average of .270
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