Gabriel Moreno

Venezuelan baseball catcher, MLB player

Gabriel Moreno - Venezuelan baseball catcher, MLB player
Born

February 14th, 2000
25 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Venezuela

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Born in Venezuela, this baseball catcher debuted in Major League Baseball in 2022. Signed by the Toronto Blue Jays as an international free agent in 2016, developed through the team's farm system, and made significant contributions to the Blue Jays during his rookie season. Demonstrated strong batting skills and defensive abilities behind the plate. Played a role in the Blue Jays' postseason pursuits.

Debuted in MLB with the Toronto Blue Jays

Achieved a batting average of .319 during 2022

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