Derek Aucoin

Canadian baseball player and catcher

Derek Aucoin - Canadian baseball player and catcher
Born

March 27th, 1970
54 years ago

Died

2020
5 years ago — 50 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Born in 1970, a Canadian baseball player who played as a catcher. Played in Major League Baseball for the New York Mets and made his debut in 1996. Also played for the St. Louis Cardinals and the Kansas City Royals during his professional career. Known for defensive skills behind the plate and had a stint in the minor leagues before transitioning to MLB.

Debuted in Major League Baseball in 1996

Played for the New York Mets

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