11 Facts About Jake Burger

1.

Jacob Michael Burger was born on April 10,1996 and is an American professional baseball third baseman for the Chicago White Sox of Major League Baseball.

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Jake Burger attended Christian Brothers College High School in St Louis, Missouri.

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3.

Jake Burger was not drafted out of high school and played college baseball at Missouri State University for the Missouri State Bears.

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4.

Jake Burger was considered one of the top prospects for the 2017 Major League Baseball draft.

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5.

Jake Burger was drafted by the Chicago White Sox in the first round with the 11th overall selection, signed, and was assigned to the Arizona League White Sox.

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6.

Jake Burger was promoted to the Kannapolis Intimidators after four games.

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7.

Jake Burger was invited to 2018 spring training by the White Sox.

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8.

In 2020, Jake Burger participated in the CarShield Collegiate league, a collegiate summer league in O'Fallon, Missouri, because there was no minor league season due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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9.

Jake Burger was assigned to Triple-A Charlotte Knights to begin the 2021 season.

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10.

Jake Burger made his MLB debut that day as the starting third baseman against the Detroit Tigers.

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11.

In 2022, Jake Burger was added to the White Sox's opening day roster and played third base for Yoan Moncada who was injured.

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