Yunel Escobar
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Players Baseball Yunel Escobar

Yunel Escobar, a Cuban-born infielder, embarked on his Major League Baseball (MLB) journey after defecting from Cuba in 2004. He was signed by the Atlanta Braves, marking the beginning of his professional career in the United States. Escobar quickly rose through the minor league ranks, showcasing his skills as a shortstop and second baseman. His MLB debut

Yunel Escobar, a Cuban-born infielder, embarked on his Major League Baseball (MLB) journey after defecting from Cuba in 2004. He was signed by the Atlanta Braves, marking the beginning of his professional career in the United States. Escobar quickly rose through the minor league ranks, showcasing his skills as a shortstop and second baseman. His MLB debut

Career Batting Stats

AL 2007-2017

AVG

.282

Hits

1,501

OBP

.350

OPS

.736

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Skills Scorecard

Contact

A-

Power

B-

Speed

D+

Durability

A-

Range

B

Fielding

A-

Career Timeline

2007-2010

Atlanta Braves (NL)

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2010-2012

Toronto Blue Jays (AL)

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2013-2014

Tampa Bay Rays (AL)

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2015

Washington Nationals (NL)

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2016-2017

Los Angeles Angels (AL)

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Personal Profile

Born Nov 2nd, 1982

Bats / Throws Right / Right

Height / Weight 6' 2" 215 lbs

Position 3B · SS

Uniform #s 19 · 5 · 11 · 6 · 0

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