José Uribe

Baseball player, San Francisco Giants

José Uribe - Baseball player, San Francisco Giants
Born

1959
66 years ago

Died

December 8th, 2006
18 years ago — 47 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Dominican Republic

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A former baseball player from the Dominican Republic, played as a shortstop and second baseman in Major League Baseball. Debuted in 1986 with the San Francisco Giants and played until 1991. Contributed to the team's effort in the National League as a solid infielder. Participated in the Dominican Winter League, gaining recognition for his skills on the field. His career in the majors concluded after playing with the Giants and later the Houston Astros.

Played for the San Francisco Giants

Appeared in the 1989 World Series

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