Ray Olmedo is a former professional baseball player who played as a shortstop and second baseman. He was born on February 11, 1981, in Valencia, Venezuela. Olmedo began his professional baseball career in 1999 when he signed with the Cincinnati Reds as an international free agent. He spent several years in the minor leagues before making his major league debut with the Reds in 2003.
Olmedo played for several teams during his career, including the Reds, Toronto Blue Jays, and Tampa Bay Rays. He was known for his defensive skills and was often used as a utility infielder. Olmedo was a reliable fielder who could play multiple positions, making him a valuable asset to his teams.
Throughout his career, Olmedo struggled at the plate. He was a career .228 hitter with only one home run and 36 RBIs in 256 games. Despite his offensive struggles, Olmedo was able to carve out a niche for himself in the major leagues due to his defensive abilities.
Olmedo's best season came in 2007 when he played for the Blue Jays. He appeared in 62 games and hit .262 with 10 RBIs. He also played solid defense, committing only two errors in 128 chances.
After spending several years bouncing between the major and minor leagues, Olmedo retired from professional baseball in 2012. He finished his career with a .228 batting average, one home run, and 36 RBIs in 256 games.
Despite his modest statistics, Olmedo was a respected player in the baseball community. He was known for his work ethic and professionalism, and he was a popular teammate among his peers. Olmedo's defensive skills and versatility made him a valuable asset to his teams, and he was able to carve out a successful career in the major leagues despite his offensive struggles.
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