Which teams did Mark DeRosa play for? Exploring Team USA manager's MLB career and stats

Mark DeRosa and World Baseball Classic’s reigning champions, Team USA put up an impressive "dream team" full of former MVPs and All-Stars in pursuit of back-to-back championships. The star-studded roster will be looking to make a comeback in the competition following a dramatic loss to Team Mexico on sunday. DeRosa is an interesting name in the world of baseball himself, let’s take a look at his MLB career.

Mark DeRosa was named the manager for Team USA for the WBC

Marc DeRosa played for seven teams during his 16-year career, including the Atlanta Braves, Texas Rangers, Chicago Cubs, Cleveland Indians, St. Louis Cardinals, San Francisco Giants, and Toronto Blue Jays.

DeRosa began his professional career in 1996 with the Braves and played for them for five seasons, primarily as a utility infielder. He then moved to the Rangers, where he played for two seasons and had some of his best years, hitting a career-high 13 home runs in 2006.

Mark DeRosa with former teammates Chipper Jones and Adam LaRoche

In 2007, he signed with the Cubs, playing for them for two seasons and helping the team reach the playoffs both years. He hit a combined 31 home runs and drove in 135 runs during his time with the Cubs, earning a reputation as a clutch hitter.

Mark DeRosa played for a number of teams in quick succession after his time with the Cubs. He spent one season with the Indians in 2009, hitting a career-high .270 and driving in 78 runs. He then played for the Cardinals and Giants in 2010, but struggled with injuries and played in just 73 games combined that year.

DeRosa's final season in the MLB came in 2013 with the Blue Jays, where he hit .235 in 88 games before announcing his retirement from professional baseball.

Mark DeRosa’s last season with the Toronto Blue Jays

Throughout his career, DeRosa was known for his versatility, solid defense, and ability to hit for power. He finished his career with a .268 batting average, 100 home runs, and 494 RBIs.

In addition to his success in the MLB, DeRosa also played for Team USA in the 2009 World Baseball Classic and is now the manager of the team. His experience as a player and a manager make him a valuable asset to the team as they compete for the World Baseball Classic championship.

Marc DeRosa had a successful 16-year career in the MLB, playing for seven teams and finishing with impressive stats. He is now using his experience to manage Team USA in the WBC, where he hopes to lead them to victory.