John Mabry is a former professional baseball player who played for several teams during his career. He was born on October 17, 1970, in Wilmington, Delaware, and attended West Chester University of Pennsylvania. Mabry was drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals in the sixth round of the 1991 Major League Baseball draft.
Mabry made his Major League debut with the Cardinals in 1994 and played for them until 1998. During his time with the Cardinals, he played multiple positions, including first base, third base, and outfield. In 1996, he had a career-high batting average of .307 and hit 13 home runs.
After leaving the Cardinals, Mabry played for several other teams, including the Oakland Athletics, Seattle Mariners, San Francisco Giants, and Colorado Rockies. He continued to play multiple positions and was known for his versatility on the field.
Mabry's best season came in 2004 when he played for the Cardinals again. He hit a career-high 13 home runs and had a batting average of .296. He also played a key role in the Cardinals' postseason run that year, hitting a game-winning home run in Game 1 of the National League Championship Series against the Houston Astros.
Mabry retired from baseball in 2007 after playing for the Rockies. He finished his career with a .263 batting average, 96 home runs, and 446 RBIs. After retiring, Mabry became a coach and has worked for several teams, including the Cardinals, Cubs, and Giants.
In addition to his playing career, Mabry is also known for his charitable work. He founded the John Mabry Foundation, which raises money for children's charities in the St. Louis area. The foundation has raised over $1 million since its inception.
Overall, John Mabry had a successful career as a versatile player who could play multiple positions. He played for several teams during his career and was known for his ability to hit for power and average. After retiring, he became a coach and has continued to be involved in baseball through his charitable work.
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