Willie Cañate
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William Emisael Cañate Librada
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 6' 0", Weight 170 lb.
- Debut April 16, 1993
- Final Game October 3, 1993
- Born December 11, 1971 in Bobures, Zulia, Venezuela
[edit] Biographical Information
As a back-up outfielder during the Toronto Blue Jays' 1993 Championship Season, Willie Cañate received his World Series ring for his role on that team. he spent the entire season with the team after being picked in the Rule V draft, but never played again in the major leagues after that season.
His only career home run was a game-winning walk-off shot on July 18, 1993 off Hipolito Pichardo.
[edit] Notable Achievement
- Won a World Series with the Toronto Blue Jays in 1993
