Chito Martínez
Belizean-American baseball player
A former baseball player, primarily played as an infielder in Major League Baseball. Debuted in 1991 with the New York Mets and also played for the Montreal Expos and the Cincinnati Reds. Concluded playing career in the late 1990s, contributing to various teams in a utility role.
Debuted in Major League Baseball in 1991
Played for the New York Mets, Montreal Expos, and Cincinnati Reds
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December 19th, 1968 57 years ago
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December 19th, 1956 69 years ago
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December 19th, 1946 79 years ago
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American swimmer and Olympic medalist
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December 19th, 1949 76 years ago
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December 19th, 1969 56 years ago
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December 19th, 1968 57 years ago
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