Trayce Thompson
Baseball Outfielder, 2016 All-Star
Born
March 15th, 1991
34 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An outfielder in Major League Baseball has played for teams including the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago White Sox. Made a significant impact during the 2016 season, contributing to the Dodgers' playoff run. Known for strong hitting and defensive skills, showcased ability through various seasons with impressive home run totals and on-base percentages.
Participated in the 2016 MLB All-Star Game
Played for the Los Angeles Dodgers
Achieved double-digit home runs in multiple seasons
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