Tripp Cromer was a professional baseball player who played primarily as a shortstop and second baseman. He was born on January 19, 1966, in Lake City, Florida, and attended the University of South Carolina, where he played college baseball for the Gamecocks.
Cromer was drafted by the Cleveland Indians in the 11th round of the 1988 Major League Baseball draft. He spent several years in the minor leagues before making his major league debut with the Indians in 1993. He played in 21 games for the Indians that season, batting .250 with one home run and six runs batted in.
Over the course of his career, Cromer played for several different teams, including the Indians, the Florida Marlins, the Detroit Tigers, and the Atlanta Braves. He was known for his versatility, as he could play multiple positions in the infield and outfield.
Cromer's best season came in 1996, when he played for the Marlins. He appeared in 109 games that season, batting .292 with six home runs and 36 runs batted in. He also stole 11 bases and scored 51 runs.
In addition to his playing career, Cromer also served as a coach and manager in the minor leagues. He was the manager of the Jamestown Jammers, a Class A affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates, from 2006 to 2008.
Overall, Cromer played in 455 games over the course of his career, batting .258 with 16 home runs and 105 runs batted in. He was known for his solid defense and his ability to play multiple positions, making him a valuable asset to any team he played for.
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