Roberto Rodríguez

Venezuelan baseball player and coach

Roberto Rodríguez - Venezuelan baseball player and coach
Born

1941
84 years ago

Died

September 23rd, 2012
12 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Venezuela

Links & References

Played professional baseball primarily as an outfielder. Contributed to various teams in the Venezuelan Professional Baseball League. Transitioned to coaching after retirement, guiding young players in Venezuela and helping develop talent in the sport. Achieved significant recognition for contributions to baseball at both player and coaching levels.

Played for multiple teams in the Venezuelan league

Served as a coach after retiring from playing

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