Darnell McDonald is a former professional baseball player who played in the Major Leagues for nine seasons. He was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles in the first round of the 1997 MLB draft, but he did not make his Major League debut until 2004 with the Baltimore Orioles.
McDonald played for several teams throughout his career, including the Minnesota Twins, Cincinnati Reds, Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees, Chicago Cubs, and Texas Rangers. He was primarily an outfielder and was known for his speed and defensive abilities.
One of McDonald's most memorable moments came in 2010 when he hit a game-winning home run for the Boston Red Sox in the bottom of the ninth inning against the Texas Rangers. The home run was his first of the season and helped the Red Sox avoid a sweep by the Rangers.
McDonald was also known for his versatility, as he could play all three outfield positions and even pitched in two games during his career. He was a valuable bench player for many teams and was often used as a pinch hitter or defensive replacement.
In total, McDonald played in 766 Major League games and had a career batting average of .250 with 20 home runs and 95 RBIs. He retired from baseball in 2014 and has since worked as a broadcaster and analyst for various networks.
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