Michael Saunders

Canadian baseball player with Mariners

Michael Saunders - Canadian baseball player with Mariners
Born

November 19th, 1986
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Played Major League Baseball primarily as an outfielder from 2009 to 2019. Debuted with the Seattle Mariners where he spent several seasons, contributing significantly to the team. Later played for other teams, including the Toronto Blue Jays and Philadelphia Phillies. Achieved an All-Star selection in 2016. Represented Canada in international competition, participating in the World Baseball Classic.

Selected as an All-Star in 2016

Played for Seattle Mariners from 2009-2015

Participated in World Baseball Classic for Canada

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