James Steels facts for kids
Quick facts for kids James Steels |
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Steels with the Texas Rangers c. 1988
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| Outfielder | |||
| Born: May 30, 1961 Bentonia, Mississippi |
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| debut | |||
| April 6, 1987, for the San Diego Padres | |||
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| May 19, 1989, for the San Francisco Giants | |||
| MLB statistics | |||
| Batting average | .180 | ||
| Home runs | 0 | ||
| Runs batted in | 11 | ||
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James Earl Steels, born on May 30, 1961, is a former professional baseball player. He played as an outfielder, which is a player who fields in the outer part of the baseball field. Steels played for three different teams in Major League Baseball (MLB): the San Diego Padres, the Texas Rangers, and the San Francisco Giants.
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Playing in Major League Baseball
James Steels made his big league debut in 1987. He started his MLB career with the San Diego Padres. He played for them during the 1987 season.
Teams James Steels Played For
After his time with the Padres, Steels joined the Texas Rangers. He played for the Rangers in 1988. His final season in Major League Baseball was in 1989. That year, he played for the San Francisco Giants.
Beyond the Major Leagues
Besides playing in Major League Baseball, James Steels also played baseball in other countries. He was part of the Puerto Rican Winter Baseball League.
Playing in Puerto Rico
In Puerto Rico, James Steels played for a team called the Criollos de Caguas. This league allows players to keep their skills sharp during the MLB off-season.
Life After Baseball
Today, James Steels lives in Santa Maria, California. He is a resident of this city.
