Ranger Suárez

Venezuelan baseball pitcher, All-Star

Ranger Suárez - Venezuelan baseball pitcher, All-Star
Born

August 26th, 1995
29 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Venezuela

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Played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball. Suárez debuted with the Philadelphia Phillies in 2020. Contributed to the team's successful seasons with strong performances on the mound. Gained recognition for his ability to control games and pitch effectively in high-pressure situations. Helped the Phillies reach the 2022 World Series.

Debuted with the Philadelphia Phillies in 2020

Played a key role in the 2022 World Series

Selected as an MLB All-Star

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