Brandon Crawford is a professional baseball player who has spent his entire career with the San Francisco Giants. He was born on January 21, 1987, in Mountain View, California, and attended UCLA, where he played college baseball.
Crawford was drafted by the Giants in the fourth round of the 2008 MLB draft and made his major league debut in 2011. He quickly established himself as a reliable defensive shortstop, winning his first Gold Glove award in 2015.
In addition to his defensive prowess, Crawford has also been a consistent offensive contributor for the Giants. He has hit over 10 home runs in a season six times and has driven in over 70 runs in a season four times.
Crawford has been a key member of the Giants' success in recent years, helping the team win three World Series championships in 2012, 2014, and 2021. He was named the MVP of the 2014 National League Championship Series, where he hit two grand slams and drove in eight runs.
Throughout his career, Crawford has been recognized for his leadership and professionalism both on and off the field. He has been named an All-Star three times and has won the Willie Mac Award, which is given to the Giants player who best exemplifies the spirit and leadership of Willie McCovey, four times.
Overall, Crawford's career has been marked by consistent excellence and a commitment to his team's success. He has established himself as one of the best shortstops in the game and will be remembered as a key contributor to the Giants' championship legacy.
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