Edinson Vólquez
Dominican baseball pitcher, World Series champion
Born
July 3rd, 1983
42 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Dominican Republic
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Vólquez played in Major League Baseball (MLB) primarily as a starting pitcher. He debuted in 2005 with the Texas Rangers. Over a career spanning multiple teams, he achieved significant success with the Kansas City Royals. Vólquez was part of the roster that won the World Series in 2015. Additionally, he represented the Dominican Republic in international competitions. His impressive pitching skills and ability to contribute in crucial games marked significant milestones in his career.
Winning the World Series with the Kansas City Royals in 2015
Representing the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic
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