Will Middlebrooks

Baseball player, former Boston Red Sox third baseman

Will Middlebrooks - Baseball player, former Boston Red Sox third baseman
Born

September 9th, 1988
37 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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This individual played professional baseball primarily as a third baseman. Debuting in Major League Baseball in 2012 with the Boston Red Sox, significant contributions included being part of the team during their 2013 World Series championship win. Played in major league games until 2017, also spending time with the San Diego Padres and the Milwaukee Brewers organizations. In the minor leagues, achievements included multiple selections to All-Star teams.

Won the 2013 World Series with the Boston Red Sox

Selected as an All-Star in the minor leagues

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