Everth Cabrera
Baseball player, 2012 All-Star
A professional baseball player with roots in Nicaragua, played as a shortstop in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2010 to 2014. Made significant contributions while playing for the San Diego Padres and the Chicago Cubs. Achieved a notable season in 2012, earning a selection to the All-Star Game. Overcame various challenges throughout the career, showcasing skill and perseverance on the field.
Selected as an All-Star in 2012
Played for the San Diego Padres
Played for the Chicago Cubs
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Japanese actor and director of anime
Born
November 17th, 1929 96 years ago
Died
2013 13 years ago — 84 years old
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Physicist and Nobel Prize laureate
Born
November 17th, 1902 123 years ago
Died
January 1st, 1995 31 years ago — 92 years old
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Mathematician known for Möbius strip
Born
November 17th, 1790 235 years ago
Died
September 26th, 1868 158 years ago — 77 years old
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Field Marshal, 1st Viscount Montgomery
Born
November 17th, 1887 138 years ago
Died
March 24th, 1976 50 years ago — 88 years old
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Estonian politician and leader.
Born
November 17th, 1959 66 years ago
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South Korean model and actress
Born
November 17th, 1984 41 years ago
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