Tim Beckham

Baseball player, 2011 MLB Draft first overall

Tim Beckham - Baseball player, 2011 MLB Draft first overall
Born

January 27th, 1990
35 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Drafted first overall in the 2011 MLB Draft by the Tampa Bay Rays, played as a shortstop and third baseman. Made his MLB debut in 2017 and played for teams including the Tampa Bay Rays, Baltimore Orioles, and Seattle Mariners. Achieved significant recognition in minor leagues before transitioning to major leagues, showcasing strong offensive and defensive skills throughout his career.

Drafted first overall in the 2011 MLB Draft

Played for the Tampa Bay Rays

Debuted in MLB in 2017

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