Esmerling Vásquez

Dominican baseball pitcher, MLB player

Esmerling Vásquez - Dominican baseball pitcher, MLB player
Born

November 7th, 1983
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Dominican Republic

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A professional baseball pitcher, played in Major League Baseball (MLB) primarily for the San Diego Padres and the Florida Marlins. Drafted by the Padres in 2001, made MLB debut in 2008. Played in the minor leagues before reaching the majors and contributed to the teams with pitching skills during the seasons.

Debuted in MLB in 2008 with the San Diego Padres

Played for the Florida Marlins in 2010

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