Charlie Culberson is a former professional baseball player who played in the Major League Baseball (MLB) for several teams during his career. He was born on April 10, 1989, in Rome, Georgia, and attended Calhoun High School, where he played baseball and football.
Culberson was drafted by the San Francisco Giants in the first round of the 2007 MLB draft. He spent several years in the Giants' minor league system before making his MLB debut in 2012. During his time with the Giants, Culberson played primarily as a utility infielder and outfielder, appearing in 71 games over two seasons.
In 2014, Culberson was traded to the Colorado Rockies, where he played for two seasons. He saw more playing time with the Rockies, appearing in 113 games over two seasons and hitting .229 with six home runs and 30 RBIs.
After his time with the Rockies, Culberson signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2016. He played in 34 games for the Dodgers that season, hitting .284 with two home runs and six RBIs. Culberson also played in the postseason that year, helping the Dodgers reach the National League Championship Series.
Culberson spent the next two seasons with the Dodgers, primarily as a backup infielder and outfielder. He played in 107 games over two seasons, hitting .231 with six home runs and 33 RBIs.
In 2019, Culberson signed with the Atlanta Braves, where he played for two seasons. He played in 101 games over two seasons with the Braves, hitting .259 with six home runs and 38 RBIs. Culberson also played in the postseason with the Braves in 2019, helping them reach the National League Division Series.
Culberson's final season in the MLB was in 2020, when he played in 20 games for the Texas Rangers. He hit .154 with one home run and three RBIs before being released by the team in September.
Overall, Culberson played in 481 games over nine seasons in the MLB, hitting .249 with 23 home runs and 109 RBIs. He was known for his versatility, playing multiple positions throughout his career. Culberson was also a fan favorite, known for his clutch hits and positive attitude on and off the field.
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