Lorenzo Cain

Baseball player, 2015 World Series champion

Lorenzo Cain - Baseball player, 2015 World Series champion
Born

April 13th, 1986
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional baseball player, played primarily as a center fielder in Major League Baseball (MLB). Teams included the Kansas City Royals and the Milwaukee Brewers. Achieved major success during the 2015 season, contributing to the Royals' victory in the World Series. Recognized for defensive skills and batting prowess throughout career.

Won the 2015 World Series with the Kansas City Royals

Selected for the MLB All-Star Game in 2016

Won a Gold Glove Award in 2015

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