D. J. Houlton

Baseball Player, Los Angeles Dodgers

D. J. Houlton - Baseball Player, Los Angeles Dodgers
Born

August 12th, 1979
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball. Houlton debuted in 2004 with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Also played for the Florida Marlins and the Boston Red Sox during his career. Featured prominently in the minor leagues before achieving a brief tenure in the majors. Accumulated an overall win-loss record of 6-5 in MLB. After retiring from professional baseball, transitioned to coaching at various levels.

Debuted with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2004

Played for the Florida Marlins and Boston Red Sox

Achieved a win-loss record of 6-5 in MLB

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