Daniel Cabrera

Baseball Pitcher; MLB All-Star

Daniel Cabrera - Baseball Pitcher; MLB All-Star
Born

May 28th, 1981
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Dominican Republic

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Debuted in Major League Baseball in 2004. Played primarily as a pitcher for the Florida Marlins, Detroit Tigers, and Baltimore Orioles. Achieved recognition during the 2005 season and was selected for the All-Star Game in 2007. Known for a powerful fastball and significant strikeout abilities during his tenure in the league.

Selected as an MLB All-Star in 2007

Played for the Florida Marlins

Played for the Detroit Tigers

Played for the Baltimore Orioles

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