Ryan Flaherty

Baseball player and utility infielder

Ryan Flaherty - Baseball player and utility infielder
Born

July 27th, 1986
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played Major League Baseball as a utility infielder from 2012 to 2018. Spent time with the Baltimore Orioles and the Atlanta Braves. Flaherty won the 2014 American League East division title with the Orioles. Known for versatility, playing multiple positions including third base and shortstop. After retirement, transitioned into coaching and became involved in player development.

Achieved a 2014 American League East division title with the Baltimore Orioles

Played in 462 MLB games

Served as a utility player across multiple positions

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