Alfredo Aceves

Professional baseball pitcher, World Series champion

Alfredo Aceves - Professional baseball pitcher, World Series champion
Born

December 8th, 1982
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Mexico

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A Mexican baseball pitcher competed in Major League Baseball from 2008 to 2018. Played for teams such as the New York Yankees, Boston Red Sox, and the Milwaukee Brewers. Contributed to the Yankees' victory in the 2009 World Series, appearing in multiple postseason games. Transitioned to a career in professional baseball in Mexico after his tenure in the MLB.

Played for the New York Yankees

Won the 2009 World Series

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