Rafael Robles
Dominican-American baseball player
Born
1947
78 years ago
Died
August 13th, 1998
26 years ago — 51 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Dominican Republic
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Played as a professional baseball outfielder. Competed in Major League Baseball primarily with the Milwaukee Braves during the 1950s. Contributed to teams through strong hitting and defensive skills. Participated in multiple seasons, showcasing talent and consistency over the course of a career.
Played for the Milwaukee Braves
Participated in MLB from 1953 to 1956
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