Chris Perez

American baseball player, World Series champion

Chris Perez - American baseball player, World Series champion
Born

July 1st, 1985
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Professional baseball player played as a relief pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Florida Marlins, Cleveland Indians, and St. Louis Cardinals. Achieved significant success during a career spanning several years. Was selected as an All-Star in 2011 while with the Indians. Contributed to the Indians' playoff run and played a key role in securing the World Series championship.

Selected as an All-Star in 2011

Pitched for the Cleveland Indians

Contributed to a World Series championship

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