Kevin Kiermaier bites into steak-eating challenge for charity

Kevin Kiermaier probably slept like a hibernating bear Thursday night after attempting to eat a a steak that likely weighed more than the bat he swings during the season.

Kiermaier took on an eating challenge for charity at Smokey Bones restaurant in Clearwater, Fla., where he attempted to eat a 35-ounce smoked ribeye dinner which includes two side salads, two plates of broccoli, two baked potatoes and the restaurant’s signature Hot Bag O’ Donuts.

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Mmmmmm, donuts.

The 6-foot-1, 215-pound Gold Glove winner wasn’t able to finish it all, but his effort earned $4,000 for the Friends of Joshua House Foundation, which provides safe havens for abandoned, abused and neglected children.

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Kiermaier predicted ahead of time that he wouldn’t finish the gigantic meal but he was determined to give it his best try to help children who really need it, which is awesome.

"I'm trying to stay in shape," Kiermaier told MLB.com. "I want to steal some bases this year. I don't need this little food baby showing in my stomach."

He participated in the challenge with a full-house of fans supporting him and stuck around afterward with a fully belly to sign autographs and take pictures with fans.

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