Brandon Belt
Baseball player, 2014 World Series champion
Born
April 20th, 1988
37 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Professional baseball player participated in Major League Baseball. Debuted in 2011 with the San Francisco Giants. Achieved success as a first baseman, contributing to team victories. Played a key role in the Giants winning the World Series in 2014, showcasing performance in both regular and postseason games. Recognized for steady hitting and defensive skills throughout career.
Won the 2014 World Series with the San Francisco Giants
Selected as an All-Star in 2021
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