Josh Donaldson lands guest spot on TV's Vikings
AL MVP to make cameo on show
Vikings is bringing in a heavy hitter for its new season.
Toronto Blue Jays slugger Josh Donaldson is heading to Ireland this week to film an episode of the History series.
The reigning American League MVP is apparently a big fan the Canadian-Irish drama.
.<a href="https://twitter.com/BringerOfRain20">@BringerOfRain20</a> is about to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Raid?src=hash">#Raid</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Vikings?src=hash">#Vikings</a> <a href="https://t.co/owpcDnKEh5">pic.twitter.com/owpcDnKEh5</a>
—@HistoryTVCanada
The all-star third baseman recently tweeted a photo in which he sported a Viking-esque hairstyle inspired by the lead character, Ragnar.
New hairstyle for this coming up season!! ☔️☔️ <a href="https://t.co/9V9gxOaOpj">pic.twitter.com/9V9gxOaOpj</a>
—@BringerOfRain20
History says Donaldson will play the role of Hoskuld, a Viking warrior. The episode is set to air later this year as part of the fourth season.
The new season premieres Feb. 18 on History.