Willie Harris is a former American professional baseball player who played as an outfielder and second baseman. He was born on June 22, 1978, in Cairo, Georgia, and attended Cairo High School. Harris was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles in the 24th round of the 1999 Major League Baseball draft.
Harris made his Major League Baseball debut with the Baltimore Orioles on September 1, 2001. He played for the Orioles for two seasons before being traded to the Chicago White Sox in 2003. Harris played for the White Sox for two seasons and was a member of the team that won the 2005 World Series.
After his stint with the White Sox, Harris played for several teams, including the Boston Red Sox, Atlanta Braves, Washington Nationals, New York Mets, and Cincinnati Reds. He was known for his versatility and ability to play multiple positions, including second base, third base, and all three outfield positions.
Throughout his career, Harris was known for his speed and base-stealing ability. He stole a career-high 28 bases in 2006 while playing for the Braves. He also had a career-high 13 home runs in 2007 while playing for the Nationals.
Harris retired from professional baseball in 2013 after playing for the Triple-A affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers. He finished his career with a .238 batting average, 39 home runs, and 212 RBIs in 1,046 games.
After retiring from baseball, Harris became a coach and mentor to young players. He founded the Willie Harris Baseball Academy in Cairo, Georgia, to provide young players with the opportunity to develop their skills and learn from experienced coaches.
In addition to his work with the Willie Harris Baseball Academy, Harris has also worked as a television analyst for the Atlanta Braves and as a coach for the USA Baseball 12U National Team.
Overall, Willie Harris had a successful career as a professional baseball player, known for his versatility, speed, and base-stealing ability. He has continued to make an impact in the baseball world through his work as a coach and mentor to young players.
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