Andrelton Simmons

Professional baseball player

Andrelton Simmons - Professional baseball player
Born

September 4th, 1989
35 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Curaçao

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Played as a shortstop in Major League Baseball, participating primarily with the Los Angeles Angels and the Atlanta Braves. Made names as an exceptional defender, earning multiple Gold Glove Awards for his fielding prowess. Contributed to teams with consistent offensive performance and strategic base running.

Earned multiple Gold Glove Awards

Played for the Los Angeles Angels

Played for the Atlanta Braves

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