Iván Calderón

Baseball player with the Chicago White Sox

Iván Calderón - Baseball player with the Chicago White Sox
Born

1962
63 years ago

Died

December 27th, 2003
21 years ago — 41 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Puerto Rico

Links & References

A professional baseball player, played primarily as an outfielder. Made significant contributions during the 1990s and early 2000s in Major League Baseball. Played for teams including the Chicago White Sox, Seattle Mariners, and the Philadelphia Phillies. Competed at the major league level for several seasons, demonstrating considerable skill and versatility. Also participated in international competition, representing Puerto Rico.

Played for the Chicago White Sox

Represented Puerto Rico in international baseball

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