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Alex
Avila
Catcher
Birthdate
29/1/1987
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Left/Right
Birthplace
Hialeah, FL
College
Alabama
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Nats catcher Avila, 34, will retire at end of season
5Y
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Nationals
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Nats put 10 on IL before opener, win on walk-off
5Y
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Nationals
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Nats add backup catcher Avila on 1-year deal
5Y
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Twins finalize deals for Pineda, Avila
6Y
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Alex Avila
Sources: Twins, catcher Avila reach $4.25M deal
7Y
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MLB News
Witt, Perez, Caglianone return to Royals lineup vs. Rangers
The Royals got regulars Bobby Witt Jr., Salvador Perez and Jac Caglianone back in the lineup for Tuesday's series opener against the Rangers.
Alvarez returns to lineup for the Mets; Senga's rehab paused
The Mets activated catcher Francisco Alvarez off the injured list before Tuesday's game against St. Louis.
Brewers' Fitzpatrick seeks second opinion after UCL sprain diagnosis
Brewers reliever Brian Fitzpatrick, who was injured while throwing a warmup pitch Friday night at Colorado, will seek a second opinion after being diagnosed with a partial sprain of the UCL in his throwing elbow.
Fantasy baseball lineup advice for Wednesday: Ride Reid Detmers' recent hot stretch?
Everything you need to know to set your fantasy baseball lineups for Wednesday's MLB action.
Pirates rookie Griffin hoping to start throwing program soon
Pirates rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin's right forearm strain is improving, and the 20-year-old could start throwing as early as Wednesday.
Sources: Brewers, prospect Luis Lara reach 7-year extension
Outfield prospect Luis Lara and the Brewers have agreed to a seven-year, $31 million contract extension that includes three club options, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.