Carlos Mármol
Baseball pitcher with Chicago Cubs
Born
October 14th, 1982
42 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Dominican Republic
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A professional baseball pitcher, he played primarily for the Chicago Cubs in Major League Baseball. Mármol debuted in 2006 and became recognized for his strong strikeout ability and effectiveness as a late-inning reliever. His career included notable performances in high-pressure situations, earning the role of closer for the Cubs. After leaving the Cubs, he joined several teams including the Miami Marlins and the Tampa Bay Rays, contributing to their pitching staff.
Debuted for the Chicago Cubs in 2006
Served as the Cubs' closer
Recorded over 600 strikeouts in MLB
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