Octavio Dotel
Baseball player and World Series champion
A professional baseball player, recognized for playing as a relief pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB) for multiple teams. Career spanned from 1999 to 2016, with significant contributions to several franchises. Achieved a World Series title with the St. Louis Cardinals in 2011. Recorded significant strikeouts and showcased versatility across various pitching roles.
Played for 13 different MLB teams
Won the World Series with the St. Louis Cardinals in 2011
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