Angel Pagan is a former professional baseball player who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for over a decade. He was born on July 2, 1981, in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico, and began his baseball career in high school. Pagan was drafted by the New York Mets in the fourth round of the 1999 MLB draft and made his MLB debut in 2006.
Pagan played for several teams during his career, including the Mets, Chicago Cubs, and San Francisco Giants. He was primarily an outfielder and was known for his speed and defensive skills. Pagan was a switch-hitter and had a career batting average of .280 with 64 home runs and 417 RBIs.
One of Pagan's most notable achievements was winning the World Series with the San Francisco Giants in 2012. He played a crucial role in the team's championship run, hitting .188 with two home runs and six RBIs in the postseason. Pagan also made a memorable catch in Game 4 of the World Series, robbing Detroit Tigers' Prince Fielder of a home run.
Throughout his career, Pagan was known for his versatility and ability to play multiple positions. He played all three outfield positions and even filled in at second base and shortstop when needed. Pagan was also a skilled base runner and stole 205 bases during his career.
Injuries were a recurring issue for Pagan throughout his career. He missed significant time in 2013 and 2015 due to hamstring injuries and was limited to just 96 games in 2014 due to a back injury. Despite these setbacks, Pagan remained a valuable player when healthy and was a fan favorite for his hustle and energy on the field.
Pagan announced his retirement from baseball in 2017, citing a desire to spend more time with his family. He finished his career with a .280 batting average, 64 home runs, and 205 stolen bases. Pagan was a respected player and teammate throughout his career and will be remembered as a versatile and talented outfielder.
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