Josh Donaldson is going to appear in an episode of 'Vikings.'
Josh Donaldson is going to appear in an episode of 'Vikings.' (USATSI)

What happens when you hit 41 home runs and are named AL MVP? You get to make an appearance in popular television show, that's what.

According to a press release from the History Channel, Blue Jays third baseman Josh Donaldson will appear in an episode of season four of their show Vikings. Here's the nuts and bolts:

Donaldson will play the role of “Hoskuld,” a Viking warrior of great skill, in an episode that will air later this year as part of the fourth season. Two-time All-Star Donaldson will film in Ireland this week. Donaldson is a massive fan of “Vikings” and recently tweeted a photo unveiling a striking, new Viking hairstyle inspired by the character “Ragnar.”

In case you missed it last month, here is Donaldson's new haircut:

Here is the trailer for season four of Vikings. The press release says Donaldson will begin filming this week, so I assume he's not hiding in the background somewhere.

Hey, being a great baseball player comes with some awesome perks. A one-episode cameo though? I wonder if Donaldson's character makes it out alive.

(h/t For The Win)