Francisco Lindor

Professional baseball shortstop, All-Star

Francisco Lindor - Professional baseball shortstop, All-Star
Born

November 14th, 1993
31 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Puerto Rico

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Born in Puerto Rico, this baseball player made his Major League Baseball debut in 2015 with the Cleveland Guardians. Recognized for exceptional defensive skills and offensive prowess, played as a shortstop. Signed a significant contract with the New York Mets ahead of the 2021 season, establishing a place as one of the premier players in the league. Achieved multiple All-Star selections, showcasing consistent performance and leadership on the field throughout his career.

Multiple All-Star selections

Gold Glove Award winner

Silver Slugger Award recipient

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