Al Reyes
Dominican-American baseball pitcher
Born
April 10th, 1971
54 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Dominican Republic
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A professional baseball pitcher, contributed to Major League Baseball teams including the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, Detroit Tigers, and New York Mets. Made his MLB debut in 1997 and played in the league until 2005. Known for his roles as both a starting and relief pitcher, showcasing versatility on the mound. Achieved notable success in his career, highlighted by a strong strikeout rate and effective control.
Debuted in MLB with the Tampa Bay Devil Rays
Played for the Detroit Tigers and New York Mets
Recorded a career high of 72 strikeouts in 2002
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