Bryan Holaday is a former professional baseball player who played as a catcher in Major League Baseball (MLB) for several teams. Holaday was born on November 19, 1987, in Dallas, Texas, and attended W. T. White High School in Dallas. He played college baseball at Texas Christian University (TCU) and was drafted by the Detroit Tigers in the sixth round of the 2010 MLB draft.
Holaday made his MLB debut with the Tigers in 2012 and played with the team until 2015. During his time with the Tigers, he served as a backup catcher and played in 108 games, hitting .238 with two home runs and 18 RBIs. Holaday was known for his strong defensive skills and was praised by his teammates and coaches for his ability to handle the pitching staff.
In 2016, Holaday signed with the Texas Rangers as a free agent and played with the team for one season. He played in 41 games for the Rangers, hitting .238 with one home run and six RBIs. Holaday was again praised for his defensive skills and was known for his ability to throw out baserunners attempting to steal.
After his stint with the Rangers, Holaday played for several teams, including the Boston Red Sox, Miami Marlins, and Baltimore Orioles. He played in a total of 301 MLB games, hitting .238 with eight home runs and 50 RBIs. Holaday was known for his versatility and was able to play multiple positions, including catcher, first base, and outfield.
In addition to his MLB career, Holaday also played in the minor leagues for several years. He played for the Tigers, Rangers, Red Sox, Marlins, and Orioles minor league affiliates and was known for his leadership and work ethic.
Holaday announced his retirement from professional baseball in March 2021. He cited his desire to spend more time with his family as the reason for his retirement. Holaday was known for his professionalism and dedication to the game and was respected by his teammates and coaches throughout his career.
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