Mike Mordecai was a professional baseball player who played for several teams during his career. He was born on December 13, 1967, in Birmingham, Alabama, and attended the University of South Alabama. Mordecai was drafted by the Atlanta Braves in the sixth round of the 1991 Major League Baseball draft.
Mordecai made his Major League debut with the Braves in 1994, playing in 11 games that season. He played for the Braves until 1998, primarily as a utility infielder. During his time with the Braves, Mordecai was part of the team that won the 1995 World Series.
In 1999, Mordecai was traded to the Montreal Expos, where he played for two seasons. He had a career-high batting average of .290 in 2000, and also hit a career-high 10 home runs that season. Mordecai was known for his versatility, playing multiple positions including second base, shortstop, and third base.
After his time with the Expos, Mordecai played for the Florida Marlins from 2001 to 2003. He was part of the Marlins team that won the 2003 World Series, hitting a home run in Game 5 of the series. Mordecai played in 10 games during the postseason that year, batting .333 with two home runs and six RBIs.
Mordecai finished his career with the Seattle Mariners in 2004 and the Philadelphia Phillies in 2005. He retired from baseball after the 2005 season, finishing his career with a .244 batting average, 32 home runs, and 166 RBIs.
Throughout his career, Mordecai was known for his defensive skills and versatility. He played multiple positions and was often used as a late-inning defensive replacement. Mordecai was also known for his clutch hitting, particularly in the postseason.
After retiring from baseball, Mordecai worked as a scout for the Marlins and later as a minor league coach for the Phillies. He also worked as a color commentator for the Marlins' television broadcasts.
In conclusion, Mike Mordecai had a successful career as a professional baseball player, playing for several teams and winning two World Series championships. He was known for his versatility and defensive skills, as well as his clutch hitting in the postseason. After retiring from baseball, Mordecai continued to work in the sport as a scout and coach.
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