Sidney Ponson
Aruban baseball pitcher, MLB All-Star
A professional baseball pitcher, played in Major League Baseball (MLB) primarily for the Baltimore Orioles, Arizona Diamondbacks, and San Francisco Giants. Debuted in 1998 and represented the Aruba national team in international competitions. Achieved notable success throughout the early 2000s, including a selection as an All-Star in 2003 while with the Orioles. Played a total of 235 games in MLB, with a win-loss record of 93-89, and completed his career with a variety of teams in MLB and internationally.
Selected as an MLB All-Star in 2003
Played for the Baltimore Orioles and San Francisco Giants
Achieved a total of 93 career wins in MLB
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