Daniel Murphy
Professional Baseball Player, 2015 NL MVP runner-up
Born
April 1st, 1985
40 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as a second baseman and first baseman in Major League Baseball. Debuted with the New York Mets in 2008 and became a notable player for the team. Contributed to the Mets' playoff run in 2015, leading the National League in home runs during the postseason. Later signed with the Washington Nationals and helped the team win the 2019 World Series. Known for a strong batting ability and clutch performances in critical moments.
Played for New York Mets
Participated in the 2019 World Series with Washington Nationals
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