Geraldo Perdomo
Baseball player with Arizona Diamondbacks
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Athletes & Sports Figures
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Dominican Republic
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Played as a shortstop in Major League Baseball. Made MLB debut with the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2021. Contributed to the team's performance during his tenure, showcasing strong defensive skills and batting ability.
Debuted in MLB with the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2021
Played in 120 games during the 2022 season
Maintained a batting average of .228 in his first major league season
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