Gary Sánchez

Dominican MLB baseball player and catcher

Gary Sánchez - Dominican MLB baseball player and catcher
Born

December 2nd, 1992
32 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Dominican Republic

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A professional baseball catcher, played in Major League Baseball (MLB) primarily for the New York Yankees. Made his MLB debut in 2015 and quickly became recognized for exceptional power-hitting skills. Played a key role in the Yankees' lineup, contributing to multiple playoff appearances. In 2016, set a rookie record for home runs by a catcher, showcasing significant offensive talent in his early career. Also represented the Dominican Republic in international competitions.

Set a rookie record for home runs by a catcher in 2016

Participated in the MLB All-Star Game in 2017

Contributed to the New York Yankees' playoff runs

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