Brian Stokes

Baseball player for New York Mets

Brian Stokes - Baseball player for New York Mets
Born

September 7th, 1979
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Debuted in Major League Baseball in 2006. Played primarily as a relief pitcher. Contributed to the New York Mets' roster during several seasons in the late 2000s. Transitioned to coaching roles following retirement from professional play.

Debuted with the New York Mets in 2006

Played in the MLB until 2011

Served as a coach after retirement

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