Omar Vizquel
Baseball player and coach, 11-time Gold Glove
Born
April 24th, 1967
58 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A former professional baseball player and coach, he primarily played as a shortstop in Major League Baseball. His career spanned over 24 seasons from 1989 to 2012, during which he played for teams including the Seattle Mariners, Cleveland Indians, San Francisco Giants, and Chicago White Sox. Highly regarded for defensive skills, he won 11 Gold Glove Awards, showcasing excellence in fielding. Beyond playing, he transitioned into coaching roles, imparting knowledge about the game. His legacy includes significant contributions to the teams he played for and a respected career in baseball.
Won 11 Gold Glove Awards during career
Played for Seattle Mariners and Cleveland Indians
Coached in MLB after retirement
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