Eli Marrero

Cuban baseball player, coach, and manager

Eli Marrero - Cuban baseball player, coach, and manager
Born

November 17th, 1973
51 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Cuba

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Played professional baseball primarily as a catcher and outfielder. Debuted in Major League Baseball in 1997 with the St. Louis Cardinals. Also played for the Kansas City Royals and the Atlanta Braves during his career. Transitioned to coaching and management roles after retiring as a player, contributing to the development of players in various organizations.

Debuted in MLB with St. Louis Cardinals

Contributed to player development as a coach

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