Corey Dickerson

Professional baseball outfielder, All-Star

Corey Dickerson - Professional baseball outfielder, All-Star
Born

May 22nd, 1989
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional baseball outfielder, had a career in Major League Baseball (MLB) starting in 2013. Played for several teams, including the Colorado Rockies, Tampa Bay Rays, and Philadelphia Phillies. Achieved an All-Star selection in 2017 while playing for the Rays. Known for batting for a solid average and possessing strong defensive skills in the outfield. Made significant contributions to various teams throughout his career, showcasing reliable hitting and fielding abilities.

Selected as an MLB All-Star in 2017

Played for teams including the Tampa Bay Rays and Colorado Rockies

Achieved a batting average of over .300 in multiple seasons

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