Carlos Lee

Professional baseball player with All-Star honors

Carlos Lee - Professional baseball player with All-Star honors
Born

June 20th, 1976
49 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Panama

Links & References

Played professional baseball primarily as an outfielder and designated hitter. Competed in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1999 to 2012, playing for teams such as the Chicago White Sox, Milwaukee Brewers, Texas Rangers, and Houston Astros. Achieved notable success during career, including selections to the MLB All-Star Game in 2005 and 2006. Accumulated over 2,000 hits and 360 home runs throughout career.

Made two MLB All-Star Game appearances

Hit over 300 home runs in MLB

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