Fernando Abad
Dominican baseball player, MLB pitcher
Born
December 17th, 1985
39 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Dominican Republic
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A professional baseball player, had a career as a pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB). Played for multiple teams including the Minnesota Twins, Oakland Athletics, and Houston Astros. Debuted in the MLB in 2013 and played for several seasons, showcasing skills in relief pitching. Contributed to team efforts during regular seasons and participated in games across major league venues.
Debuted in Major League Baseball in 2013
Played for Minnesota Twins, Oakland Athletics, and Houston Astros
Had multiple seasons of professional baseball experience
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