Stephen Drew
Baseball player for Boston Red Sox
Born
March 16th, 1983
42 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball player, primarily played as a shortstop and second baseman. Drew was drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2004 and made his MLB debut in 2006. He contributed to the Boston Red Sox, helping the team secure a World Series championship in 2013. Over the course of a career spanning over a decade, Drew played for several Major League teams, including the Diamondbacks, Oakland Athletics, and New York Yankees, showcasing both defensive skills and batting proficiency.
Won the World Series with the Boston Red Sox in 2013
Drafted 15th overall by the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2004
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