Freddie Bynum


Freddie Lee Bynum Jr. is an American former professional baseball shortstop and outfielder. He played in Major League Baseball for the Chicago Cubs, Oakland Athletics, and Baltimore Orioles he also played in Nippon Professional Baseball for Orix Buffaloes.

Career

Oakland Athletics

Bynum made his major league debut with the A's on August 30, 2005.

Chicago Cubs

On March 31, 2006, the Cubs acquired Bynum from the A's in a three-way deal. The Cubs gave the Texas Rangers John Koronka, while the Rangers sent Juan Dominguez to the A's to complete the deal.

Baltimore Orioles

On December 6, 2006, he was dealt to the Baltimore Orioles for a player to be named later, who became Kevin Hart. Bynum was designated for assignment by the Baltimore Orioles on June 22, 2008 and was sent outright to the minors a few days later. However, he was recalled by the Orioles on July 1. He was sent outright to the minors once again on July 19.

Chicago White Sox

Bynum signed a minor league contract with the Chicago White Sox on December 13, 2009, but was released early on in Spring Training.

Orix Buffaloes

Upon his release he was signed by the Orix Buffaloes of the Japanese Baseball League.

St. Louis Cardinals

On January 19, 2011 Bynum signed a minor league deal with the St. Louis Cardinals.

Somerset Patriots

On April 26, 2012, Bynum signed with the Somerset Patriots of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball. He became a free agent after the season.