Leury García

Baseball player, Chicago White Sox

Leury García - Baseball player, Chicago White Sox
Born

March 18th, 1991
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Dominican Republic

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Born in the Dominican Republic, a professional baseball player primarily recognized for contributions as an infielder and outfielder. Played for the Chicago White Sox in Major League Baseball (MLB) since debuting in 2013. Known for versatility on the field and a significant presence in both hitting and defense. Achieved multiple seasons with over 100 games played, demonstrating consistent performance and adaptability to various positions.

Debuted in MLB in 2013

Played for the Chicago White Sox

Surpassed 100 games in multiple seasons

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