Leonardo Lazaro (Alfonso) Cardenas (Chico or Mr. Automatic)

Positions: Shortstop and Third Baseman
Bats: Right, Throws: Right
Height: 5' 11", Weight: 150 lb.

Born: December 17, 1938 in Matanzas, Matanzas, Cuba (All Transactions)
Debut: July 25, 1960 (Age 21)   vs. CHC 4 AB, 2 H, 0 HR, 1 RBI, 0 SB
Teams (by GP): Reds/Twins/Angels/Rangers/Indians 1960-1975

Final Game: September 26, 1975 (Age 36)   vs. KCR 0 AB, 0 H, 0 HR, 0 RBI, 0 SB
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