Evan Longoria
Baseball player, 3-time All-Star
Born
October 7th, 1985
39 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball player, primarily played third base. Debuted in Major League Baseball in 2008 with the Tampa Bay Rays. Achieved significant success, including winning the American League Rookie of the Year Award in 2008. Played a key role in leading the Rays to the World Series in 2008. Signed with the San Francisco Giants in 2018, contributing to the team's performance in subsequent seasons. Renowned for exceptional fielding skills and power-hitting ability throughout the career.
2008 AL Rookie of the Year
3-time All-Star selection
2008 World Series appearance with the Rays
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