Frank Francisco
Dominican baseball pitcher
Born
September 11th, 1979
45 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Dominican Republic
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A professional baseball pitcher from the Dominican Republic, played in Major League Baseball for several teams, including the Texas Rangers, Toronto Blue Jays, and New York Mets. His career spanned from 2004 to 2014, during which he established himself primarily as a relief pitcher. Francisco had notable performances in the postseason, contributing to his team's efforts in pivotal games. He recorded multiple saves in his tenure, exemplifying his role as a late-inning specialist for various major league teams.
Saved 25 games in the 2011 season with the Toronto Blue Jays
Played in the postseason with the Texas Rangers
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