Guide Note

Yuniesky Betancourt is a Major League Baseball (MLB) player with the Seattle Mariners. He is widely regarded as an excellent defensive shortstop, as well as a consistent hitter for average.

Fast Facts

Birthdate: January 31, 1982
Birth Place: Santa Clara, Cuba
Uniform Number: 5
Position: Shortstop
Bats/Throws: Right/Right

Early Life

Yuniesky Betancourt was born in Santa Clara, Cuba on January 31, 1982. He would develop his baseball skills in the Cuban Baseball leagues where he was recognized for his speed and hitting. In 2003, he would defect from Cuba by a raft. He would play in Mexico before being picked up by the Seattle Mariners.

Pro Career

Betancourt would make his Major League Baseball debut on July 28, 2005 for the Seattle Mariners. In 2006, he was named the starting shortstop for the team.He would develop into an outstanding defender for the Mariners and a consistent hitter for average with a batting average of .289 in 2006 and 2007.

Yuniesky Betancourt Timeline

January 31, 1982: Born
2003: Left Cuba on a raft
2005: Major League Baseball debut with the Seattle Mariners
2007: Hit first grand slam

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- Height: 5-10
- Weight: 190
- Rookie Year: 2005

Yuniesky Betancourt Timeline

January 31, 1982: Born
2003: Left Cuba on a raft
2005: Major League Baseball debut with the Seattle Mariners
2007: Hit first grand slam

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