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My Take
Mario Santiago is the kind of professional whose value shows up most clearly when he pulls on the Puerto Rico jersey for the World Baseball Classic. International tournament pitchers carry a unique pressure, representing an entire island's baseball-mad passion, and that takes a special temperament. Players like him keep the global game vibrant outside the Major League spotlight, grinding through pro leagues and showing up when their country calls. I have a soft spot for steady, journeyman starters who give their teams quality innings without fanfare. The WBC is richer for arms like his, and Puerto Rican baseball runs deep because of players who answer the call.
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Overview
Mario Santiago is a Puerto Rican former baseball pitcher born on December 16, 1984, in Guayama, Puerto Rico. He pitched in the KBO League for the SK Wyverns and in Nippon Professional Baseball for the Hanshin Tigers, and started the World Baseball Classic semifinal against Japan for Puerto Rico, holding Japan scoreless. He is known for his work as a starting pitcher across multiple baseball circuits.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Mario Santiago
- Name (Japanese)
- マリオ・サンティアゴ
- Reading
- まりお・さんてぃあご
- Born
- December 16, 1984 (age 41)
- Origin
- Guayama, Puerto Rico, United States
- Height
- 188cm
- Occupation
- Baseball player
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Sagittarius / Rat
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3. About this entry
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Frequently asked questions
When was Mario Santiago born?
Mario Santiago was born on December 16, 1984 and is 41 years old.
Where is Mario Santiago from?
Mario Santiago is from Guayama, Puerto Rico, United States.
What does Mario Santiago do?
Mario Santiago works as Baseball player.
How tall is Mario Santiago?
Mario Santiago is 188 cm tall.
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