Alvaro Espinoza, a Venezuelan infielder, played Major League Baseball primarily as a shortstop. He began his career in the major leagues with the Minnesota Twins, making his debut in 1984. Espinoza's time with the Twins was brief, and he spent much of his early career bouncing between the majors and minors, honing his skills and gaining valuable experience.
In 1988, Espinoza joined the New York Yankees, where he found more stability and playing time. As a Yankee, he became known for his defensive abilities, particularly his strong arm and reliable glove work at shortstop. While his offensive numbers were modest, Espinoza's defensive prowess made him a valuable asset to the team. He played with the Yankees until 1991, during which time he became a familiar face to fans and a steady presence in the infield.
Following his tenure with the Yankees, Espinoza signed with the Cleveland Indians in 1992. With the Indians, he continued to showcase his defensive skills, providing the team with a dependable option at shortstop. Espinoza's time in Cleveland lasted until 1993, after which he moved on to the New York Mets in 1994. His stint with the Mets was short-lived, and he soon found himself with the Seattle Mariners in 1995.
Espinoza's career in the major leagues concluded with the Mariners in 1996. Throughout his time in MLB, he was known for his work ethic and professionalism, traits that earned him respect from teammates and coaches alike. Although his offensive statistics were not standout, his defensive contributions were valued by the teams he played for.
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