Josh Willingham is a former professional baseball player who played in the Major League Baseball (MLB) for over a decade. He was born on February 17, 1979, in Florence, Alabama, and attended the University of North Alabama. Willingham was drafted by the Florida Marlins in the 17th round of the 2000 MLB draft.
Willingham made his MLB debut with the Marlins in 2004 and played for them until 2008. He then played for the Washington Nationals from 2009 to 2010, the Oakland Athletics in 2011, the Minnesota Twins from 2012 to 2014, and the Kansas City Royals in 2014.
Throughout his career, Willingham was known for his power hitting and ability to hit home runs. He hit a career-high 35 home runs in 2006 while playing for the Marlins. In 2012, he hit 35 home runs for the Twins, which was a career-high for a single season. He finished his career with a total of 195 home runs and a batting average of .253.
Willingham was also known for his versatility on the field. He played primarily as a left fielder but also played as a right fielder and designated hitter. He was a reliable fielder and had a strong arm, which helped him make several impressive defensive plays throughout his career.
In addition to his on-field performance, Willingham was also known for his leadership and work ethic. He was a respected veteran player who mentored younger players and was known for his professionalism and dedication to the game.
Willingham retired from baseball in 2015 after playing for 11 seasons in the MLB. He currently resides in Alabama with his family and is involved in various charitable organizations.
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