Damian Jackson is a former professional baseball player who played in the Major League Baseball (MLB) for over a decade. He was born on August 16, 1973, in Los Angeles, California, and attended the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).
Jackson was drafted by the Cleveland Indians in the 44th round of the 1991 MLB draft but did not sign with the team. Instead, he played college baseball at UCLA and was drafted again in 1992, this time by the Texas Rangers in the 44th round. He signed with the Rangers and began his professional career in the minor leagues.
Jackson made his MLB debut with the Rangers in 1996 and played in 13 games that season. He spent the next two seasons with the Rangers before being traded to the San Diego Padres in 1998. He played for the Padres for three seasons and was known for his speed and defensive skills.
In 2001, Jackson signed with the Detroit Tigers but was traded to the Cincinnati Reds midway through the season. He played for the Reds for two seasons before being traded to the Montreal Expos in 2003. He played for the Expos for one season before being traded back to the Padres in 2004.
Jackson played his final MLB season with the Washington Nationals in 2005. He finished his career with a .243 batting average, 46 home runs, and 197 RBIs in 1,012 games played.
In addition to his MLB career, Jackson also played in the minor leagues and in various international leagues. He played for the Orix Buffaloes in Japan in 2006 and played for the Tigres de Quintana Roo in Mexico in 2007.
After retiring from baseball, Jackson became a coach and instructor. He has worked with several youth baseball organizations and has also served as a coach for the San Diego Padres and the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Overall, Damian Jackson had a successful career in professional baseball, playing for several teams over the course of a decade. He was known for his speed and defensive skills and was a valuable asset to the teams he played for. After retiring from playing, he continued to contribute to the sport as a coach and instructor.
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