Jake Burger will wear No. 21 with the Texas Rangers, a number that has special significance for the first baseman’s family after his daughter was born with Down syndrome.

ARLINGTON, Texas - New Texas Rangers corner infielder Jake Burger picked his new jersey number to honor his daughter. Burger will wear the number 21 with the Rangers this season. Burger chose the number in honor of his daughter, Penelope, who was born with Down syndrome.

Jake Burger is the proud father of a newborn daughter whom he will honor on the field during every game. The new Rangers first baseman announced Friday that he will wear No. 21 to pay tribute to Penelope,

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