Derek Aucoin
Canadian baseball player and catcher
Born
March 27th, 1970
55 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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