Martín Pérez

Venezuelan professional baseball player

Martín Pérez - Venezuelan professional baseball player
Born

April 4th, 1991
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Venezuela

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Played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB) for multiple teams, including the Texas Rangers and the Boston Red Sox. Made his MLB debut in 2012 and has since contributed significantly to pitching rotations. Achieved personal bests in multiple seasons, showcasing talent and resilience on the mound.

Debuted in MLB with the Texas Rangers in 2012

Pitched for the Boston Red Sox in 2021

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