Luis Valbuena
Baseball player with MLB experience
Born
November 30th, 1985
39 years ago
Died
2018
7 years ago — 33 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Venezuela
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Played professional baseball primarily as a third baseman and first baseman. Career spanned from 2010 to 2019, with notable stints at the Chicago Cubs, Houston Astros, and Los Angeles Angels. Valbuena showcased strong offensive skills, contributing to his teams’ success in Major League Baseball. He played in over 800 games throughout his career, emphasizing consistent performance at the plate and solid defensive capabilities.
Played for the Chicago Cubs from 2012 to 2014
Contributed to the Houston Astros' 2015 playoff appearance
Played in Major League Baseball over 9 seasons
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