Guide Note

Marlon Byrd is an outfielder for the Texas Rangers. After playing college baseball at Georgia Perimeter Junior College and Georgia Tech University, the Philadelphia Phillies selected Byrd in the 10th round of the of the 1999 amateur draft. After a few years in the Phillies minor league farm system, Byrd Made his major league debut on September 8, 2002. In his first full season in the majors (2003), Byrd hit .303 BA for the Phillies, with 7 HR, 45 RBI, and finished 4th in Rookie of the Year voting. The Phillies traded Byrd to the Washington Nationals at the start of the 2005 season, in exchange for Endy Chavez. After two seasons with the Nationals, Byrd signed a free agent contract to join the Rangers.

Fast Facts

Birthdate: August 30, 1977
Birth Place: Boynton Beach, Florida
Uniform Number: 22
Position: Center fielder
Bats/Throws: Right/Right

Strengths

Defensively, Byrd capable of playing all three outfield positions. Offensively, he hits for power, and runs the bases well when healthy.[1]

Weaknesses

Byrd is prone to strikeout, and has struggled with injuries and weight issues throughout his career.[2]

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- Height: 6-0
- Weight: 235
- Rookie Year: 2002

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August 30, 1977: Born
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2007: Traded to the Texas Rangers

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