Miguel González

Mexican baseball pitcher

Miguel González - Mexican baseball pitcher
Born

May 27th, 1984
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Mexico

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A professional baseball pitcher, contributed to teams in Major League Baseball. Played for the Chicago White Sox and Baltimore Orioles. Had a successful career characterized by significant achievements on the mound.

Played for the Chicago White Sox

Played for the Baltimore Orioles

Participated in Major League Baseball since 2012

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