Quick Info
| Profession | Professional Baseball Player |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Colombian |
| Date of Birth | 11/10/1991 |
| Age | 34 years |
| Birthplace | Cartagena, Bolivar, Colombia |
Latest News about Gio Urshela
20/04/2025
Gio Urshela announced his retirement from professional baseball on his personal Instagram account, ending a career that spanned from 2015 to 2025. The Colombian third baseman, known for his elite defensive skills, played for eight MLB teams including the Yankees, Twins, and Athletics before retiring at age 34.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Giovanny Urshela Salcedo |
|---|---|
| Known As | Gio Urshela |
| Sport | Baseball |
| Primary Position | Third Baseman |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 0 in |
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| Weight | 215 lb |
| Bats | Right |
| Throws | Right |
Personal Life
| Birth Name | Giovanny Urshela Salcedo |
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Career
| MLB Debut | 09/06/2015 |
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| Teams | Cleveland Indians, Toronto Blue Jays, New York Yankees, Minnesota Twins, Los Angeles Angels, Detroit Tigers, Atlanta Braves, Athletics |
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Style Quotient
| Batting Style | Right-handed |
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| Throwing Style | Right-handed |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/urshela10/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Signed with the Cleveland Indians in July 2008. | |
| 2. Began his professional career in 2009. | |
| 3. Is known for his defensive ability at third base. | |
| 4. Has played for multiple MLB teams during his career. |