Enyelbert Soto

Venezuelan-Japanese baseball player

Enyelbert Soto - Venezuelan-Japanese baseball player
Born

August 20th, 1982
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Venezuela

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Born in 1982, this Venezuelan-Japanese baseball player played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball. His career included time with the Florida Marlins, contributing to the team's pitching roster. He also played in Nippon Professional Baseball. The player participated in several international competitions, representing Venezuela during his career.

Played for the Florida Marlins

Competed in Nippon Professional Baseball

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