C. J. Cron

Baseball player, All-Star selection

C. J. Cron - Baseball player, All-Star selection
Born

January 5th, 1990
35 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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This American baseball player played as a first baseman and designated hitter in Major League Baseball (MLB). Debuted in 2014 with the Los Angeles Angels and later played for the Tampa Bay Rays, Minnesota Twins, and Colorado Rockies. Achieved an All-Star selection in 2021 while with the Colorado Rockies, demonstrating significant power hitting capabilities throughout the career. Notable for his consistent offensive production and ability to drive in runs.

Selected as an All-Star in 2021

Hit 30 home runs in a single season

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