Mike Yastrzemski

Baseball player, San Francisco Giants outfielder

Mike Yastrzemski - Baseball player, San Francisco Giants outfielder
Born

August 23rd, 1990
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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An American baseball player, primarily recognized for his tenure with the San Francisco Giants in Major League Baseball. He made his debut in 2019 after being drafted by the Giants. Yastrzemski played college baseball at Vanderbilt University, where he earned All-American honors. He achieved significant milestones during his career, including participation in the 2021 MLB All-Star Game and contributions to the team's success in the postseason.

Named to the 2021 MLB All-Star Game

Contributed to Giants' postseason run

Led the Giants in home runs in 2020

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