Reggie Abercrombie

Baseball Player with Miami Marlins

Reggie Abercrombie - Baseball Player with Miami Marlins
Born

July 15th, 1980
44 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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An American baseball player participated in Major League Baseball (MLB) primarily as an outfielder. Debuted in 2004 with the Florida Marlins, later played for multiple teams including the Philadelphia Phillies and the Kansas City Royals. Known for a combination of speed and power, played several seasons in the Minor Leagues before solidifying a place in the MLB. Contributed significantly to teams with defensive skills and base running.

Debuted in MLB with the Florida Marlins

Played for the Kansas City Royals

Competed in Minor Leagues before MLB

Demonstrated speed and power in play

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