Brian Giles (second baseman) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Brian Giles |
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| Second baseman | |||
| Born: April 27, 1960 Manhattan, Kansas, U.S. |
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| September 12, 1981, for the New York Mets | |||
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| July 7, 1990, for the Seattle Mariners | |||
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| Batting average | .228 | ||
| Home runs | 10 | ||
| Runs batted in | 50 | ||
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Brian Jeffrey Giles, born on April 27, 1960, is a former professional baseball player. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a second baseman and shortstop. Brian was known for his skills on the field during his time with several teams in the 1980s.
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Brian Giles: A Baseball Player's Story
Starting His Baseball Dream
Brian Giles began his journey in professional baseball when he was drafted. The New York Mets picked him in the third round of the 1978 Major League Baseball Draft. This was a big step towards his dream of playing in the major leagues.
Playing in the Major Leagues
Brian made it to the Major Leagues in 1981, playing for the New York Mets. He stayed with the Mets until 1983. After that, he moved to the Milwaukee Brewers in 1984. He played 34 games for the Brewers in 1985.
Later, Brian signed with the Chicago White Sox. He played only 9 games for them in 1986. Brian then took a break from the Major Leagues. He returned in 1990 for a short time with the Seattle Mariners, playing 45 games. His last game in the Majors was on July 7, 1990. Throughout his career, Brian mostly played second base and shortstop.
A Family Connection to Baseball
Baseball talent runs in Brian Giles' family! His grandfather was George Giles. George was also a famous baseball player. He was an All-Star first baseman for the Kansas City Monarchs. This team played in the Negro National League in the late 1920s.
