John McDonald Autographs
John McDonald was born on September 24, 1974, in New London, Connecticut, and grew up in East Lyme, Connecticut. He attended East Lyme High School where he played both baseball and basketball. McDonald was a standout player in high school and went on to play college baseball at Providence College in Rhode Island. He was drafted by the Cleveland Indians in the 12th round of the 1996 Major League Baseball draft.
McDonald made his Major League debut with the Cleveland Indians on September 14, 1999. Over the course of his career, he played for nine different teams, including the Toronto Blue Jays, Arizona Diamondbacks, Pittsburgh Pirates, and Boston Red Sox. McDonald was known for his exceptional defensive skills and was a utility player, playing multiple positions including shortstop, second base, third base, and outfield. Despite being primarily known for his defensive abilities, McDonald was a solid hitter and had a career batting average of .233.
McDonald retired from baseball in 2014 after playing 16 seasons in the Major Leagues. He finished his career with a .977 fielding percentage, making him one of the best defensive players of his generation. In addition to his baseball career, McDonald has also been involved in charitable work, including his own foundation, the John McDonald Charitable Foundation, which focuses on supporting children and families affected by medical issues.
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Current items with a signature of John McDonald
These are the most current items with a signature of John McDonald that were listed on eBay and on other online stores - click here for more items.
| Picture | Item Title | Price | Store |
 | 2011 Bowman Platinum Signature Relics #JMC John McDonald Auto Bat /1166 | $11.99 |  |
Traded items with a signature of John McDonald
The most expensive item with a signature of John McDonald (Vintage John McDonald Bay St Louis Promenade Signed Artist Proof) was sold in March 2026 for $345.00 while the cheapest item (1999 Fleer Tradition Update #U-43 John McDonald signed/autographed card Indians) found a new owner for $0.01 in March 2013. The month with the most items sold (12) was September 2025 with an average selling price of $14.94 for an autographed item of John McDonald. Sold items reached their highest average selling price in March 2026 with $173.63 and the month that saw the lowest prices with $0.01 was February 2010. In average, an autographed item from John McDonald is worth $7.00.
Most recently, these items with a signature of John McDonald were sold on eBay - click here for more items.
| Picture | Item Title | Price | Store |
 | *JOHN McDONALD* Signed/Autographed Official Licensed MLB Photo File 8x10 Beckett | $24.00 |  |
 | 2002 Topps Chrome Traded & Rookies Autograph John McDonald (T44) | $2.25 | |
| 2004 Cleveland Indians Team Issue -JOHN McDONALD *Autographed* | $11.98 | |
 | 2007 Topps Update John McDonald Signed Card UH118 Blue Jays Autograph Auto | $9.99 | |
| A Moose and a Lobster Walk Into a Bar John McDonald SIGNED Maine Humor | $10.00 | |
| Gen John McDonald / Secrets of the Great Whiskey Ring and Eighteen Months Signed | $313.00 | |
| John McDonald MLB Cleveland Indians Signed Autographed Baseball Chief Wahoo Ball | $29.00 | |
 | John McDonald Signed Autographed 2005 Topps Total #562 Tampa Bay Devil Rays A | $6.49 | |
 | John McDonald Signed Autographed 2005 Topps Total #562 Tampa Bay Devil Rays B | $6.49 | |
| JOHN McDONALD TORONTO BLUE JAYS SIGNED CARD PHILLIES PIRATES DIAMONDBACKS INDIAN | $4.99 | |
| QUILL GORDON HCDJ A Fly Fisherman's Feast ~signed~ John McDonald 1st Ed illust | $17.99 | |
| Signed Baseball Card Auto John McDonald 2008 Topps #557 Toronto Blue Jays | $14.94 | |
 | SIGNED Down the Road a Piece: A Storyteller's Guide to Maine John McDonald PB | $19.99 | |
| Signed THE ORIGINS OF ANGLING by John McDonald Hard Cover Dust Jacket 1963 | $24.99 | |
 | Vintage John McDonald Bay St Louis Promenade Signed Artist Proof | $345.00 | |
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Latest News about John McDonald
Betty Churcher: John McDonald pays tribute to the Queen of Arts (03/30/2015): As an educator and a pioneering gallery director, Betty Churcher opened doors for women in Australia’s public institutions. John McDonald's role, Michael Brantley's balky back and Terry Francona's speech: (03/08/2015): Francona gives a speech to the team on the first day of spring activities each year. This marks his 15th season as a big league skipper. 
Businessman John McDonald appointed AM (01/25/2015): MacMahon Holdings co-founder John McDonald has been appointed a Member of the Order of Australia. Ex-Red Sox John McDonald Feels ‘Sense Of Accomplishment’ After Retiring (01/09/2015): John McDonald’s major league journey spanned 16 seasons and eight organizations. Now, it’s all over.... Former Toronto Blue Jay John McDonald ready for new chapter after memorable care (01/07/2015): He never expected to make it to the big leagues
Older News Stories about John McDonald
Faces of the Industry: OPITO's John McDonald (12/2014): OPITO's managing director, John McDonald, offers career advice to those looking to join the oil & gas workforce. Bhopal tragedy: NGOs seek extradition of Union Carbide secretary John McDonald (11/2014): Bhopal tragedy: NGOs seek extradition of Union Carbide secretary John McDonald Glove story continues for 40-year-old Angels infielder John McDonald (09/2014): The Angels celebrated utility infielder John McDonald’s 40th birthday Wednesday with a cake after their 5-4 victory over the Oakland Athletics. McDonald celebrated by putting on a big league uniform, something he’s done for 16 years now despite spending his entire career as a... MRINetwork Names John McDonald As New President (08/2014): New Leadership to Continue the Organization's Executive Search Expertise and Entrepreneurial Spirit (PRWeb August 27, 2014) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/08/prweb12123678.htm Ex-Jay John McDonald, 39, still having fun (05/2014): John McDonald, one of the most popular players to pull on a Blue Jays uniform, was back at Rogers Centre on Friday as a member of the Los Angeles Angels. Angels infielder John McDonald's short stint in Boston has ring to it (04/2014): Angels infielder John McDonald takes batting practice during a spring training workout. ( Matt York / Associated Press / February 15 , 2014 ) John McDonald wins Angels job, to the dismay of his young daughter (03/2014): John McDonald has earned a spot on the Angels roster. ( Matt York / Associated Press ) Angels sign veteran infield whiz John McDonald to minor league deal (01/2014): Veteran infielder John McDonald, 39, has agreed to a minor league deal with the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim that includes an invitation to spring training, the team confirmed on Thursday. John McDonald Has The Best Seat In House For Red Sox Games (10/2013): BOSTON — Nearly four hours before the first pitch Sunday at Fenway Park, the infielders were attacking ground balls. Scituate's John McDonald thrilled to join Red Sox (09/2013): “It’s an awesome feeling,” McDonald said. “Any player who is on a team where playoffs are unlikely wants to be in. The fact that I call Scituate home is really exciting.” Philadelphia Phillies trade infielder John McDonald to Boston Red Sox (08/2013): He has played for Pittsburgh, Cleveland and Philadelphia this season, hitting .098 with a homer and four RBIs in 61 at-bats and 45 games. Former Post and Courier personnel director John McDonald dies at 88 (06/2013): John Lewis McDonald, a long-time director of personnel for The Post and Courier, died Friday. He was 88. El Toro Blanco and Lure Fishbar restaurateur John McDonald weds (05/2013): John McDonald, whose Lure Fishbar might close this fall because of a huge rent hike, still has reason to be joyful. The restaurateur married longtime... Boys Athlete of the Week: John McDonald, Ballston Spa lacrosse (04/2013): John McDonald Pirates acquire shortstop John McDonald (03/2013): Diamondbacks trade veteran infielder to Pirates, who needed depth. Chevron VP & CTO John McDonald to Speak at 9th Annual Clean-Tech Investor Summit (01/2013): The 9th Annual Clean-Tech Investor Summit, presented by International Business Forum and chaired by Technology Partners' Ira Ehrenpreis, on February 6-7 in Palm Springs, California, announced today that ... John McDonald: From Cohoes mayor to the state Assembly (12/2012): As I make the transition from mayor of the City of Cohoes to member of the New York State Assembly, I need to first and foremost sincerely thank the community of Cohoes for all of the support over the past 13 years. John McDonald wins NY Assembly seat in 108th district (11/2012): In the 108th Assembly District, Cohoes Mayor John McDonald won with 23,981 votes according to unofficial results, with 132 of 143 precincts reporting . Candidates lining up for Cohoes mayor job if John McDonald wins state post (09/2012): COHOES — In the two weeks since Mayor John McDonald won the Democratic line in the 108th state Assembly primary, the Spindle City rumor mill has been at a nonstop pace with discussion of possible mayoral candidates for a 2013 city mayoral election if McDonald is successful in the general election.
