Edgar Martínez
Baseball player and designated hitter
Born
January 2nd, 1963
62 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball player excelled as a designated hitter for the Seattle Mariners from 1987 to 2004. Initiated career in the Mariners' minor league system and made a significant impact in Major League Baseball (MLB). Renowned for batting prowess, accumulated a career batting average of .312 and recorded over 2,200 hits. Achieved two American League batting titles and contributed to the Mariners' success during the 1990s. Inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 2019, marking a significant recognition of contributions to the sport.
Played for the Seattle Mariners
Inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 2019
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