Melvin Mora

Venezuelan baseball player and infielder

Melvin Mora - Venezuelan baseball player and infielder
Born

February 2nd, 1972
53 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Venezuela

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A professional baseball player, whose career spanned from 1999 to 2014, played primarily as a third baseman and shortstop. Contributed significantly to the Baltimore Orioles and New York Mets. Gained recognition for participation in the 2003 All-Star Game. Played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for various teams, leaving a mark as a reliable infielder and hitter.

Played in the 2003 MLB All-Star Game

Played for the Baltimore Orioles

Played for the New York Mets

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