Omar Infante is a former professional baseball player who played primarily as a second baseman. He began his career in the minor leagues in 1999, playing for the Arizona Diamondbacks organization. He made his major league debut in 2002 with the Detroit Tigers, where he played for four seasons before being traded to the Chicago Cubs in 2007.
Infante bounced around several teams over the next few years, including the Atlanta Braves, Miami Marlins, and Kansas City Royals. He was known for his versatility, playing multiple positions including second base, shortstop, and outfield. He was also known for his solid defense and ability to make contact at the plate.
Infante's best season came in 2010 with the Braves, where he hit .321 with eight home runs and 47 RBIs in 506 plate appearances. He was named to the National League All-Star team that year, and also won the Silver Slugger award for his position.
In 2012, Infante was traded to the Marlins, where he played for one season before being traded again to the Tigers in 2013. He played a key role in the Tigers' postseason run that year, hitting .318 in the American League Championship Series against the Boston Red Sox.
Infante signed with the Royals in 2014, where he played for two seasons and was a part of the team's World Series championship in 2015. He hit .318 in the postseason that year, including a crucial two-run homer in Game 2 of the World Series against the New York Mets.
Infante's career came to an end in 2016, when he was released by the Royals in June. He finished his career with a .271 batting average, 71 home runs, and 421 RBIs in 1,392 games played. He was known for his consistency and reliability, and was respected by teammates and opponents alike for his work ethic and professionalism.
Overall, Infante had a solid career as a versatile infielder who could contribute both offensively and defensively. While he may not have been a superstar, he was a valuable player who made important contributions to several teams over the course of his career.
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