Brent Clevlen

Baseball player and outfielder

Brent Clevlen - Baseball player and outfielder
Born

October 27th, 1983
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Born in 1983, a player in Major League Baseball, primarily serving as an outfielder. Played for the Detroit Tigers and contributed to the team's roster in the mid-2000s. Played in the minor leagues with notable performances before making a mark in the major leagues. After MLB, continued to play in the minor leagues and internationally, showcasing skills in various teams around the world.

Played for Detroit Tigers in MLB

Competed in minor leagues and internationally

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