Quick Info
| Profession | Professional baseball shortstop |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 10/07/1996 |
| Age | 30 years |
| Birthplace | Cordele, Georgia, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
Latest News about Taylor Walls
28/10/2026
Walls was the Rays' shortstop when Tampa Bay allowed eight runs in the fifth inning of Game 3 of the 2026 World Series against the Milwaukee Brewers. A tricky hop off his glove allowed two runs to score, and he described the inning as a knife in the chest.
08/09/2026
Taylor Walls was placed on the 10-day injured list with a right hip flexor strain, and Nick Madrigal was recalled from Triple-A Durham to take his roster spot. Walls was later reinstated from the list in September after a minimum absence, returning to the Rays' everyday shortstop role.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Davis Taylor Walls |
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| Summary | Davis Taylor Walls is an American professional baseball shortstop who plays for the Tampa Bay Rays of Major League Baseball. He made his MLB debut in 2021 and is also listed as a second baseman. He is widely praised for his defensive play, and in 2026 he delivered a bases-loaded triple that helped the Rays beat the Marlins. |
| MLB Debut | 22/05/2021 |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (175 cm) |
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| Weight | 185 lbs (84 kg) |
| Bats | Both |
| Throws | Right |
| Jersey Number | 6 |
Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | Crisp County High School, Cordele, Georgia |
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| College | Florida State University |
Career
| Team | Tampa Bay Rays | ||||||||||
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| Position | Shortstop / Second baseman | ||||||||||
| Draft | Selected by the Tampa Bay Rays in the 3rd round (88th overall) of the 2017 MLB Draft | ||||||||||
| MLB Debut Date | 22/05/2021 | ||||||||||
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Served as captain of the 2017 Florida State University team that reached the College World Series. | |
| 2. Was rated the top defensive player in the Tampa Bay Rays' farm system by Baseball America. | |
| 3. Made his MLB debut on the same day the Rays called up Wander Franco, starting at shortstop against the Toronto Blue Jays. | |
| 4. Underwent sports hernia surgery in September 2025. | |
| 5. Hit a go-ahead bases-loaded triple in May 2026, a notable offensive moment for a player known mainly for his glove. |
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