Eugenio Suárez

Professional baseball player with the Reds

Eugenio Suárez - Professional baseball player with the Reds
Born

July 18th, 1991
33 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Venezuela

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A professional baseball player, primarily played third base. Made his Major League Baseball debut in 2014 with the Seattle Mariners. Later joined the Cincinnati Reds, becoming a key player in the team's lineup. Played a significant role in the Reds' offense during multiple seasons, demonstrating power-hitting abilities.

Debuted with the Seattle Mariners in 2014

Achieved over 30 home runs in a season with the Cincinnati Reds

Selected for the All-Star game

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