Buster Posey
Baseball player and three-time champion
Born
March 27th, 1987
38 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as a catcher and first baseman for the San Francisco Giants in Major League Baseball. Achieved significant success during a career that included three World Series championships. Won the National League Rookie of the Year award in 2010 and the National League Most Valuable Player award in 2012. Renowned for contributing to the team's strong performance during the early 2010s, serving as a key player in crucial games and situations.
Three-time World Series champion with the Giants
National League Rookie of the Year in 2010
NL Most Valuable Player in 2012
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