Nelson Velázquez
Positions:
Rightfielder, Centerfielder and Leftfielder
Bats: Right
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Throws: Right
6-0, 190lb (183cm, 86kg)
Team:
Kansas City Royals (majors)
Born:
December 26, 1998
in Carolina, Puerto Rico
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Draft: Drafted by the Chicago Cubs in the 5th round of the 2017 MLB June Amateur Draft from PJ Education School (Carolina, Puerto Rico).
High School: PJ Education School (Carolina, Puerto Rico)
Rookie Status:
Exceeded rookie limits during 2022 season
2024 Contract Status:
Pre-Arb Eligible
Service Time (01/2024): 1.013
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Arb Eligible: 2026
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Free Agent: 2029
Full Name: Nelson Javier Velázquez
Pronunciation: \veh-LAZZ-kezz\
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