Juan Morillo
Dominican baseball player, MLB pitcher
Born
November 5th, 1983
41 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Dominican Republic
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A professional baseball player primarily recognized for playing as a pitcher in Major League Baseball. Debuted in the MLB with the Colorado Rockies in 2007. Featured prominently in minor leagues throughout career, gaining attention for performance on the mound. Also played for teams in international leagues, showcasing skills in various competitions.
Debuted with the Colorado Rockies in 2007
Pitched in MLB for multiple seasons
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