Yandy Díaz

Cuban baseball player, MLB All-Star

Yandy Díaz - Cuban baseball player, MLB All-Star
Born

August 8th, 1991
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Cuba

Links & References

Born in Cuba, a baseball player excelled in Major League Baseball, primarily with the Tampa Bay Rays and Cleveland Guardians. Demonstrated strong performances at the plate with a high batting average and on-base percentage, showcasing skills as a hitter. Contributed to team success during multiple playoff runs, earning recognition as an All-Star.

Selected as an MLB All-Star in 2023

Played for Tampa Bay Rays and Cleveland Guardians

Achieved a batting average of over .300

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