Pablo Sandoval

Venezuelan baseball player, 2012 World Champion

Pablo Sandoval - Venezuelan baseball player, 2012 World Champion
Born

August 11th, 1986
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Venezuela

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This Venezuelan baseball player played as a third baseman and designated hitter in Major League Baseball. Debuting in 2008 with the San Francisco Giants, he became a key player for the team. Sandoval earned the nickname 'Kung Fu Panda' for his agility and quick reflexes. His most notable achievement came in 2012 when he played a pivotal role in helping the Giants secure the World Series championship. He was also recognized for his performance in the 2012 World Series, where he hit three home runs in a single game.

Played for the San Francisco Giants

Won the 2012 World Series

Hit three home runs in a single World Series game

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