Ryan Langerhans, an American professional baseball outfielder, began his Major League Baseball (MLB) career with the Atlanta Braves. Drafted by the Braves in the third round of the 1998 MLB Draft, Langerhans spent several years honing his skills in the minor leagues before making his MLB debut on April 28, 2002. His early years with the Braves were marked by limited playing time, but he gradually earned more opportunities to showcase his abilities.
In 2005, Langerhans saw increased action, appearing in 128 games for the Braves. During this season, he posted a batting average of .267, hit eight home runs, and drove in 42 runs. His performance contributed to the Braves' successful campaign, which saw them clinch the National League East division title. Langerhans was known for his defensive prowess in the outfield, often making challenging plays look routine.
The following season, Langerhans continued to play a significant role for the Braves, appearing in 139 games. However, his offensive numbers dipped, as he finished the season with a .241 batting average, seven home runs, and 28 RBIs. Despite the decline in his offensive production, his defensive skills remained a valuable asset to the team.
In April 2007, Langerhans was traded to the Oakland Athletics in exchange for a player to be named later. His tenure with the Athletics was brief, as he was designated for assignment after just two weeks. Shortly thereafter, he was traded to the Washington Nationals, where he spent the remainder of the 2007 season. Langerhans played in 102 games for the Nationals, hitting .198 with three home runs and 14 RBIs.
Langerhans remained with the Nationals for the 2008 season, but his offensive struggles continued. He appeared in 34 games, posting a .234 batting average with two home runs and 10 RBIs. In July 2008, he was traded to the Seattle Mariners, where he finished the season. With the Mariners, Langerhans played in 38 games, hitting .218 with three home runs and 10 RBIs.
The 2009 season saw Langerhans splitting time between the Mariners and their Triple-A affiliate, the Tacoma Rainiers. He appeared in 38 games for the Mariners, hitting .218 with three home runs and 10 RBIs. Langerhans continued to provide solid defense in the outfield, which helped him maintain a spot on the roster.
In 2010, Langerhans played in 57 games for the Mariners, posting a .196 batting average with three home runs and nine RBIs. His offensive struggles persisted, but his defensive capabilities remained a key aspect of his game. The following year, Langerhans spent most of the season in the minor leagues, appearing in just 19 games for the Mariners.
Langerhans signed a minor league contract with the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim in 2012. He spent the majority of the season with their Triple-A affiliate, the Salt Lake Bees, but did make a brief appearance in the majors, playing in two games for the Angels. In 2013, Langerhans signed with the Toronto Blue Jays, but he did not appear in any major league games for the team.
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