Rhys Hoskins
Professional baseball player, Philadelphia Phillies
Born
March 17th, 1993
32 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball player, played as a first baseman in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Philadelphia Phillies. Made a significant debut in 2017, showcasing remarkable power-hitting skills. Contributed to the team's performance with crucial home runs and strong offensive capabilities.
Debuted with the Philadelphia Phillies in 2017
Recorded multiple 30 home run seasons
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