Greg Norton

Greg Norton was a versatile position player whose Major League Baseball career spanned from 1996 to 2009. Born in 1972, he made his debut with the Tampa Bay Devil Rays and played for several teams throughout his career, including the Atlanta Braves, Chicago White Sox, and the Florida Marlins. Norton appeared in a total of 1,107 games, where he compiled 600 hits, 89 home runs, and 338 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .249. Known for his ability to play multiple positions, he was a valuable asset to his teams, often coming off the bench as a pinch hitter or utility player. During his time in the league, Norton played in an era marked by offensive power and evolving player roles, contributing to the dynamic nature of the game in the late 1990s and early 2000s. In addition to his offensive contributions, he demonstrated speed on the bases, recording 15 stolen bases over his career. While he may not have been a household name, Norton's consistency and adaptability made him a respected figure in the clubhouse and an integral part of the teams he played for, leaving a lasting impact on the franchises he represented.