Wil Nieves

Baseball player, MLB career with multiple teams

Wil Nieves - Baseball player, MLB career with multiple teams
Born

September 25th, 1977
48 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A Puerto Rican-American baseball player, played as a catcher in Major League Baseball from 2006 to 2015. Played for several teams including the Colorado Rockies, New York Yankees, and the Washington Nationals. Contributed to team dynamics with solid defensive skills behind the plate and occasional offensive production. Participated in various seasons contributing to team strategies and game plays.

Debuted with the New York Yankees in 2006

Played for the Washington Nationals

Served as a backup catcher for multiple teams

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