Carlos Guillén

Venezuelan baseball player, All-Star

Carlos Guillén - Venezuelan baseball player, All-Star
Born

September 30th, 1975
49 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Venezuela

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Played Major League Baseball primarily as a shortstop and second baseman. Played for teams including the Seattle Mariners, Detroit Tigers, and the New York Mets. Achieved All-Star status in 2003, contributing significantly to the Tigers’ success during the 2006 season that led to a World Series appearance. Retired with a notable batting average and professional experience spanning over a decade in the league.

Selected as an All-Star in 2003

Reached the World Series in 2006 with the Tigers

Played for the Seattle Mariners and New York Mets

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