Ryan Noda
Baseball player for the Oakland Athletics
Baseball player for the Oakland Athletics
Played as a first baseman and outfielder in Major League Baseball (MLB). Made professional debut with the Oakland Athletics in 2022 after being selected in the 15th round of the 2017 MLB Draft. Prior to MLB, played in the minor leagues and built a reputation for consistent performances at the plate.
Debuted with the Oakland Athletics in 2022
Drafted in the 15th round of the 2017 MLB Draft
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