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    R.J. Alvarez

    R.J.Alvarez

    New York Mets
    • New York Mets
    • #71
    • Relief Pitcher
    • HT/WT
      6' 2", 215 lbs
    • Birthdate
      6/8/1991 (35)
    • BAT/THR
      Right/Right
    • Birthplace
      West Palm Beach, FL
    • Status
      Minors

    2022 season stats

    • SV
      0
      150+
    • ERA
      11.57
    • K
      2
      150+
    • WHIP
      3.00
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