Ryan Shealy

American baseball player and first baseman

Ryan Shealy - American baseball player and first baseman
Born

August 29th, 1979
45 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A baseball player played primarily as a first baseman in Major League Baseball. Played for the Kansas City Royals and the Colorado Rockies. Achieved success in minor leagues with notable performances, contributing to team offensives. Retired from professional baseball after a career in both major and minor leagues.

Played for the Kansas City Royals

Played for the Colorado Rockies

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