Anthony Recker

Baseball player, New York Mets catcher

Anthony Recker - Baseball player, New York Mets catcher
Born

August 29th, 1983
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Professional baseball player participated in Major League Baseball primarily as a catcher. Played for the New York Mets and several other teams during a career spanning from 2011 to 2019. Contributed in various roles including as a pinch hitter and defensive substitute. Recker demonstrated versatility and skill in the catching position throughout his career.

Played for the New York Mets

Appeared in over 100 Major League games

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