Born on October 12, 1981, in Trenton, New Jersey, this American actor began his career as a child star. He gained fame for his role as Scotty Smalls in the classic coming-of-age film "The Sandlot" (1993). Throughout the 1990s and early 2000s, he appeared in movies such as "Lassie" and "U-571." Transitioning into adult roles, he starred in "Black Hawk Down" and "Mystic River." Known for his versatile talent, he continues to work in both film and television.