Randy Velarde was a professional baseball player who played in the Major Leagues for over a decade. He began his career as a utility player for the Chicago White Sox in the late 1980s before being traded to the Oakland Athletics in 1992. It was with the A's that Velarde had his most successful years, playing primarily at second base and third base.
Velarde was known for his versatility on the field, as he could play multiple positions and was a reliable fielder. He was also a solid hitter, with a career batting average of .276. In 1995, he had his best season, hitting .293 with 16 home runs and 69 RBIs.
After his time with the A's, Velarde played for several other teams, including the New York Yankees, Anaheim Angels, and Texas Rangers. He continued to be a valuable utility player, playing both infield and outfield positions.
One of the most memorable moments of Velarde's career came in 2001, when he hit for the cycle while playing for the Rangers. This means that he hit a single, double, triple, and home run all in the same game, becoming only the 11th player in Rangers history to accomplish this feat.
Velarde retired from baseball in 2002, finishing his career with a .276 batting average, 100 home runs, and 636 RBIs. He was known as a hard-working and dependable player who always gave his best effort on the field.
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