Nick Ahmed

Professional baseball player; Gold Glove Award

Nick Ahmed - Professional baseball player; Gold Glove Award
Born

March 15th, 1990
35 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional baseball player, recognized for contributions as a shortstop. Played for the Arizona Diamondbacks in Major League Baseball. Debuted in 2014 and established himself defensively, contributing to the team’s success during several seasons. Received the Gold Glove Award, highlighting exceptional defensive skills. Consistently appeared in games, showcasing a strong work ethic and commitment to the sport.

Received the Gold Glove Award in 2020

Played for the Arizona Diamondbacks since 2014

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