Salvador Pérez
Venezuelan Major League Baseball catcher
A professional baseball catcher began Major League Baseball career with the Kansas City Royals in 2011. Pérez contributed significantly to the team's success, helping secure the World Series title in 2015. Renowned for exceptional defensive skills, earned multiple Gold Glove Awards. Also recognized for strong offensive performance, leading the league in home runs at various points.
Won the World Series with the Kansas City Royals in 2015
Earned multiple Gold Glove Awards
Selected to several All-Star Games
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Died
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Born
May 10th, 1838 188 years ago
Died
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May 10th, 1996 30 years ago
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