Les Norman

Baseball player

What is Les Norman known for?

Les Norman, born on February 25, 1969 in Warren, Michigan, is a well-known figure who emerged from Reed-Custer High School in Braidwood, Illinois. He is best known for his career as a Major League Baseball (MLB) player, notably as an outfielder for the Kansas City Royals.

Norman played for two seasons, making his MLB debut on May 29, 1995, and retired from the sport with his last appearance on September 29, 1996. During this short yet impactful stint, he played in 24 games in the 1995 season and 54 games in the 1996 season, both times representing the Royals. While his batting average was .169, he made a total of 15 runs and achieved the same number of hits during his career.

Besides his baseball career, Norman also participated in the popular game show, Wheel of Fortune, on January 5, 2018. This appearance only added another feather to his cap, establishing him as a versatile figure and not just an athlete.

You can find more detailed statistics and information about his career at resources like MLB, Baseball Reference, Baseball Reference (Minors), and Retrosheet. His biographical article can also be found at this link.