Tony Fernández

Dominican baseball player and shortstop

Tony Fernández - Dominican baseball player and shortstop
Born

June 30th, 1962
62 years ago

Died

2020
5 years ago — 58 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Dominican Republic

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Played Major League Baseball primarily as a shortstop. Career spanned from 1983 to 2001, with significant tenures at the Toronto Blue Jays and the New York Mets. Contributed to the Blue Jays' first World Series championship in 1992. Also played for teams including the San Diego Padres and the Cincinnati Reds. Noted for exceptional defensive skills and consistency at the plate.

Played a key role in Toronto Blue Jays' 1992 World Series win

Selected as an All-Star in 1990

Won Gold Glove Awards for defensive excellence

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