Juan Pierre
Baseball player with the Marlins
Born
August 14th, 1977
47 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as an outfielder in Major League Baseball. Began career with the Miami Marlins, contributing significantly to the team's success. Gained attention during the 2003 season, helping the Marlins secure a World Series title. Also played for several other teams, including the Chicago Cubs, Colorado Rockies, and the Los Angeles Dodgers. Known for speed on the bases and consistent performance throughout a lengthy career.
Won the World Series with the Florida Marlins in 2003
Led the National League in stolen bases in 2000
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