Bobby Bonilla

Professional baseball player

Bobby Bonilla - Professional baseball player
Born

February 23rd, 1963
62 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played Major League Baseball from 1986 to 2001. Primarily played as a right fielder and third baseman. Achieved significant success with teams such as the Pittsburgh Pirates, New York Mets, and Florida Marlins. Gained recognition for having a strong bat and ability to drive in runs. Selected as an All-Star in 1990 and 1991. Won a World Series title with the Florida Marlins in 1997.

Played for the Pittsburgh Pirates and New York Mets

Won the World Series with the Florida Marlins in 1997

Selected as an All-Star in 1990 and 1991

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