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Bobby Abreu is a professional athlete in Major League Baseball. He is currently an outfielder for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim.
On February 11, 2009, news agencies reported that Bobby Abreu had signed a one year deal with the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. The deal is reportedly for $5 million plus incentives. MLB.com: Abreu, Angels agree on one-year deal (February 11, 2009)
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Fast Facts
- Full name: Bob Kelly Abreu
- Born: March 11, 1974
- Birth Place: Aragua, Venezuela
- Bats: Left
- Throws: Right
- Height: 6'0"
- Weight: 210 lbs
- Selected to 2004: National League All-Star team
- 2005: Hit 41 home runs to win the 2005 Home Run Derby http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/blog/inde...
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Brief Bio
He is widely recognized for his excellent plate discipline, consistently near the top every year for walks, and pitches seen during a plate appearance. He is also renown for his excellent defense winning a Gold Glove Award in 2005. In 2005, he won the Home Run Derby contest. -
Early Life
Bob Kelly Abreu was born in Aragua State, Venezuela on March 11, 1974. In 1990, Abreu was signed as an amateur free agent by the Houston Astros.Baseball-Reference.com: Bobby Abreu -
Pro Career
Abreu made his Major league baseball debut on September 1, 1996 with the Houston Astros. He would be claimed in the expansion draft in 1997 by the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, but then traded to Philadelphia Phillies. In Philadelphia he would establish himself a productive hitter and legitimate power threat. He would earn his first All-Star selection in 2004, as the winner of the All-Star Final Vote winner for the National League. The following season he would be selected a starter, and would win the 2005 Home Run Derby contest during All-Star Weekend. He would complete the 2005 campaign picking up a Gold Glove Award. In 2006, Abreu was traded along with Cory Lidle to the New York Yankees.MLB.com: Bobby AbreuOn December 29, 2008, news agencies reported that the Los Angeles Dodgers were interested in possibly signing Abreu as a free agent. Abreu last played for the New York Yankees in 2008, where he hit .296 with 20 home runs and 100 RBIs.MLB.com: Dodgers consider Dunn, Abreu (December 29, 2008)
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Bobby Abreu Timeline
- March 11, 1974: Born
- 1996: Debuts with the Houston Astros
- 1997: Claimed by Tampa Bay Devil Rays, traded to Philadelphia Phillies
- 2004: National League All-Star
- 2005: Wins All-Star Home Run Derby
- 2006: Traded to the New York Yankees
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Had a great conversation today with Bobby Abreu (client). He's an awesome and down to earth dude. He's stoked to be back with the Angels...
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New York Yankees: BOBBY ABREU (2006 Topps card) #UH100 http://bit.ly/4FhLRO
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Angels Center FIelder Torii Hunter wins 9th gold glove and second in a row with the Halos. Bobby Abreu signs a 2 year extension. Go Angels!!
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@BenBadler re: Triunfel - where did those 30 SB's come from in 08? Is he Bobby Abreu on the base paths, looks slow but gets it done?
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View All Bobby Abreu Questions (34) | Ask a QuestionWas signing Bobby Abreu a good move for the Angels? (1 Answer)I think it is a very good signing for the Angels. You are getting very comparable numbers to Milton Bradley for half the price (5 million to 9 million this ... read moreWhy does Bobby Flay annoy me? (4 Answers)And he thinks his surprise visits for throw downs are a secret? It also annoys me when his assistants answers his questions of what they think and then he says ... read moreDid you see the video where Mrs. Bobbie is describing the features of a churchs Web site? (1 Answer)Well, it's just a poorly written comedy routine, isn't it? Obviously she's not sure what she's saying, and I think the writer (Jonathan, perhaps?) just wanted some levity in there ... read moreDonte Green dog food soy sauce prank pictures (1 Answer)If you can smell that lovely scent of butter, it means only one thing. The popcorn bandit "Bobby Jackson" has struck again. This time, the victim is Kings Rookie SF/PF, ... read more
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Bobby Abreu Vital Stats
- Mahalo's Guide to the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim
- ESPN.com: Career Stats
- Height: 6-0
- Weight: 210
- Years Pro: 11
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