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C. J. Cron
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Cron with the Colorado Rockies in 2021
Free agent
First baseman / Designated hitter
Born: (1990-01-05) January 5, 1990 (age 34)
Fullerton, California, U.S.
Bats: Right
Throws: Right
MLB debut
May 3, 2014, for the Los Angeles Angels
Awards and achievements
Preceded by National League Player of the Month
August 2021
Succeeded by