Erick Aybar

Baseball player, known for MLB career

Erick Aybar - Baseball player, known for MLB career
Born

January 14th, 1984
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional baseball player with a career spanning over a decade in Major League Baseball (MLB). Primarily played as a shortstop and second baseman. Made his debut in 2004 with the Los Angeles Angels. Spent the majority of his career with the Angels, contributing to the team's success during the 2000s. After leaving the Angels, played for other teams including the Atlanta Braves and the Detroit Tigers. Was part of the Angels' playoff teams and played in the 2009 ALDS. Demonstrated consistent defensive skills and offensive contributions throughout the career.

Debuted in Major League Baseball in 2004

Played for the Los Angeles Angels for most of career

Participated in the 2009 ALDS with the Angels

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