Josh Wilson is a former professional baseball player who played for multiple teams during his career. He was primarily a middle infielder, playing both shortstop and second base. Wilson was known for his versatility and ability to play multiple positions, which made him a valuable asset to many teams.
Wilson began his professional career in 1999 when he was drafted by the Florida Marlins in the third round of the MLB draft. He spent several years in the minor leagues before making his major league debut with the Marlins in 2005. He played in 12 games for the Marlins that season before being traded to the Washington Nationals.
Over the course of his career, Wilson played for a total of 11 different teams. In addition to the Marlins and Nationals, he also played for the Tampa Bay Rays, Arizona Diamondbacks, San Diego Padres, Seattle Mariners, Milwaukee Brewers, Texas Rangers, Pittsburgh Pirates, Detroit Tigers, and Philadelphia Phillies.
Despite playing for so many different teams, Wilson was never able to establish himself as a full-time starter. He was often used as a utility player, coming off the bench to play multiple positions. However, he was still able to make a significant impact on the field. He was known for his solid defense and ability to make difficult plays look easy.
Offensively, Wilson was not a major threat. He was a career .229 hitter with a .279 on-base percentage. He hit a total of 31 home runs and drove in 157 runs over the course of his career. However, he did have some memorable moments at the plate. In 2011, he hit a walk-off home run for the Mariners in a game against the Tampa Bay Rays. The home run came in the bottom of the 12th inning and gave the Mariners a 4-3 victory.
Wilson's career came to an end in 2016 when he was released by the Texas Rangers. He finished his career with a .229 batting average, 31 home runs, and 157 RBI. While he was never a star player, he was a valuable asset to many teams over the course of his career. His versatility and solid defense made him a reliable option off the bench, and his ability to play multiple positions made him a valuable asset to many teams.
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