Logan Forsythe, a professional baseball player, began his Major League Baseball (MLB) career with the San Diego Padres. Drafted by the Padres in the first round of the 2008 MLB Draft, Forsythe made his debut in the major leagues on May 4, 2011. Known for his ability to play multiple infield positions, Forsythe primarily served as a second baseman during his time in the league.
Forsythe's tenure with the Padres lasted until 2013. During this period, he demonstrated a solid batting performance and defensive skills. In 2012, he played in 91 games, achieving a batting average of .273, which was a highlight of his early career. His time with the Padres laid the foundation for his future in the MLB.
In January 2014, Forsythe was traded to the Tampa Bay Rays. It was with the Rays that he experienced a breakout season in 2015. That year, Forsythe played in 153 games and posted a career-high batting average of .281, along with 17 home runs and 68 RBIs. His performance earned him recognition as one of the team's most reliable players. Forsythe continued to be a consistent presence for the Rays in 2016, maintaining a batting average of .264 and hitting 20 home runs.
Forsythe's success with the Rays caught the attention of the Los Angeles Dodgers, who acquired him in a trade in January 2017. During his time with the Dodgers, Forsythe contributed to the team's success, including their run to the World Series in 2017. Although his batting average dipped during his tenure with the Dodgers, Forsythe remained a valuable asset due to his defensive versatility and experience.
In 2018, Forsythe was traded to the Minnesota Twins as part of a deal that sent Brian Dozier to the Dodgers. With the Twins, Forsythe played in 50 games, hitting .258. The following year, he signed a minor league contract with the Texas Rangers and made the team's Opening Day roster. Forsythe played in 101 games for the Rangers in 2019, achieving a batting average of .227.
Forsythe's final MLB appearance came with the Miami Marlins in 2020. He played in 12 games during the pandemic-shortened season before being released in September. Over his career, Forsythe played in 1,029 games, recording a .244 batting average, 71 home runs, and 307 RBIs.
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