Orlando Mercado

Baseball player and coach

Orlando Mercado - Baseball player and coach
Born

November 7th, 1961
63 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played Major League Baseball as a catcher and infielder from 1984 to 1992. Teams included the New York Yankees, Cincinnati Reds, and Chicago White Sox. Transitioned into coaching after retirement and contributed to the development of young players in various leagues. His playing career was marked by notable achievements in both hitting and defensive skills.

Played for the New York Yankees

Contributed to the development of young players in coaching roles

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