José Vidro

José Angel Vidro Cetty

• Bats Both, Throws Right
• Height 5' 11", Weight 175 lb.
• High School Escuela Blanca Malaret
• Debut June 8, 1997
• Final Game August 4, 2008
• Born August 27, 1974 in Mayaguez, P.R.

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Biographical Information

Jose Vidro was released by the Seattle Mariners on August 6, 2008, bringing his career to an end. He was the first designated hitter in the history of the Montreal Expos when interleague play began in 1997.

Notable Achievements

• 3-time NL All-Star (2000, 2002 & 2003)
• NL Silver Slugger Award Winner (2003)
• 20-Home Run Seasons: 1 (2000)
• 100 Runs Scored Seasons: 2 (2000 & 2002)
• 200 Hits Seasons: 1 (2000)