Ben Mcdonald Biography

Ben McDonald is a former Major League Baseball pitcher. The first overall pick in the 1989 MLB Draft, McDonald played for the Baltimore Orioles and Milwaukee Brewers from 1989 through 1997. He is currently a successful broadcaster and philanthropist.

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10 Quick Facts About Ben Mcdonald

• Name: Larry Benard
• Age: 55 Years Old
• Birthday: November 24 
• Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
• Height: 6 feet 7 inches (201 cm)
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Baseball Pitcher, Broadcaster
• Marital Status: Married
• Salary: $10, 000 – $100,000
• Net worth: $3 million

Ben McDonald Age

McDonald is55 years old. He was born on November 24, 1967, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States. He celebrates his birthday on November 24 every year and his birth sign is Sagittarius.

Ben McDonald Height

McDonald stands at a height of 6 feet 7 inches (201 cm) tall.

Ben McDonald Weight

McDonald Weighs 96 kg (212 lbs).

Early Life and Education

McDonald was born on November 24, 1967, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He attended Denham Springs High School, where he was a two-sport star in baseball and basketball. He was drafted by the Atlanta Braves in the 27th round of the 1986 MLB Draft, but he chose to attend Louisiana State University.

At LSU, McDonald was a two-time All-American and the 1989 National Player of the Year. He was also the consensus top pitching prospect in the 1989 draft. After graduating from LSU, McDonald was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles with the first overall pick in the 1989 MLB Draft. He made his major league debut in September 1989 and went 6-3 with a 3.90 ERA in 11 starts.

Rise to Fame

McDonald’s rise to fame began in high school, where he was a two-sport star in baseball and basketball. He was drafted by the Atlanta Braves in the 27th round of the 1986 MLB Draft, but he chose to attend Louisiana State University. At LSU, McDonald was a two-time All-American and the 1989 National Player of the Year. He was also the consensus top pitching prospect in the 1989 draft.

Ben McDonald Parents

McDonald was born and raised by his father, Larry McDonald in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. His father Larry was battling Covid during the pandemic in 2020 and was set to leave the care after some time. However, our efforts to find out more about his family came to no avail as no such information is publicly available.

Thus, the identity of Ben’s mother is still unclear. He has no siblings and grew up with his father, who guided him in all the baseball skills he knew. We will update this section once this information is available.

Ben McDonald Wife

McDonald is married to his lovely wife Nicole McDonald. The couple has not disclosed when they did their wedding but together they are blessed with two children namely, daughter Jorie and son Jase. The family resides in  Denham Springs.

Ben McDonald Children

McDonald together with his wife Nicoleare proud parents of a daughter named Jorie and a son Jase.

Ben McDonald Salary

McDonald receives an average annual salary of between $10, 000 – $100,000. This is Per our average wage estimates for a Broadcaster in the United States. However, these figures may vary substantially according to the level of seniority of the employee. At the moment, we do not have the exact salary but we will update this section when the information is available.

Ben McDonald Net Worth

McDonald has an estimated net worth of $3 million dollars. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as a Baseball Pitcher and Broadcaster. Through his various sources of income, McDonald has been able to accumulategood fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Ben McDonald Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Ben McDonald.

Ben McDonald Wiki

• Full Names: Larry Benard
• Popular As: Ben Mcdonald
• Gender: Male
• Occupation / Profession: Baseball Pitcher, Broadcaster
• Nationality: American
• Race / Ethnicity: White
• Religion: Not Known
• Sexual Orientation: Straight

Ben McDonald Birthday

• Age: 55 Years Old
• Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
• Date of Birth: November 24, 1967
• Place of Birth: Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
• Birthday: November 24

Ben McDonald Body Measurements

• Height / How Tall?: 6 feet 7 inches (201 cm)
• Weight: 96 kg (212 lbs)
• Eye Color: Dark Brown
• Hair Color: Dark Brown
• Shoe Size: To be Updated
• Chest Size: To be Updated
• Waist Size: To be Updated

Ben McDonald Family and Relationship

• Father (Dad): Larry McDonald
• Mother: Not Known
• Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Not Known
• Marital Status: Married
• Wife/ Spouse: Nicole McDonald
• Children: Jorie, Jase.

Ben McDonald Net Worth and Salary

• Net Worth: $3 million
• Salary: $10, 000 – $100,000
• Source of Income: Baseball Pitcher, Broadcaster

Career

McDonald is a former Major League Baseball pitcher who played for the Baltimore Orioles and Milwaukee Brewers from 1989 to 1997. He was the first overall pick in the 1989 MLB Draft. McDonald attended Denham Springs High School. He was a two-sport star in high school, playing both baseball and basketball. He was drafted by the Atlanta Braves in the 27th round of the 1986 MLB Draft, but he chose to attend Louisiana State University.

At LSU, McDonald was a two-time All-American and the 1989 National Player of the Year. He was also the consensus top pitching prospect in the 1989 draft. The Orioles drafted McDonald with the first overall pick in 1989. He made his major league debut in September 1989 and went 6-3 with a 3.90 ERA in 11 starts.

He retired from baseball at the end of the season. In his eight-year career, McDonald had a record of 49-52 with a 4.17 ERA. He struck out 620 batters in 921 innings. After retiring from baseball, McDonald worked as a color commentator for Orioles telecasts on MASN. He also served as an assistant coach for the Denham Springs High School softball team. He is currently a color analyst for the NCAA Baseball Tournament on ESPN.

Ben McDonald Fastball

McDonald’s fastball was one of the most feared in baseball during his career in the late 1980s and early 1990s. He was known for his ability to consistently throw his fastball in the mid-to-upper 90s, with a top velocity of 101 mph. McDonald’s fastball was also known for its movement, as he was able to throw it with both cut and sink.

McDonald’s fastball was a key part of his success in the major leagues. He won 76 games and struck out 991 batters in his career while posting a 3.99 ERA. McDonald was also a two-time All-Star and won the American League Rookie of the Year award in 1989.

Ben McDonald Awards Accomplishments and Achievements

• 1989 Baseball America College Player of the Year
• 1989 Golden Spikes Award by USA Baseball
• 1989 Rotary Smith Award
• 1994 MLB Pitcher of the Month Award (April)
• Member of the College Baseball Hall of Fame

Hobbies and Interests

• Golf
• Fishing
• Hunting
• Camping
• Traveling

Final Thoughts

McDonald is currently a successful broadcaster and philanthropist. He is also a family man who enjoys spending time with his loved ones. He is an inspiration to anyone who has faced adversity.

Ben McDonald Contacts

• Instagram
• Twitter
• Facebook
• Youtube
• Tiktok
• Website

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