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Wilyer Abreu

Wilyer Abreu is a Venezuelan professional baseball outfielder currently playing for the Boston Red Sox in Major League Baseball (MLB). He began his MLB career in 2023. As a professional athlete, Abreu's career focuses on baseball, specifically as an outfielder. His performance and contributions to the Red Sox will define his career trajectory in Major League Baseball.


June 24, 1999: Wilyer Abreu's Birth

On June 24, 1999, Wilyer David Abreu was born. He is a Venezuelan professional baseball outfielder.

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July 2, 2017: Signed with Houston Astros

On July 2, 2017, Abreu signed with the Houston Astros as an international free agent to start his professional baseball career.

August 1, 2022: Traded to Boston Red Sox

On August 1, 2022, Abreu, along with Enmanuel Valdez, was traded by the Houston Astros to the Boston Red Sox in exchange for Christian Vázquez.

November 15, 2022: Added to Red Sox 40-man Roster

On November 15, 2022, the Boston Red Sox added Abreu to their 40-man roster to protect him from the Rule 5 draft.

March 2023: Hamstring Strain and Optioned to Triple-A

In early March 2023, Abreu suffered a left hamstring strain while playing against the Miami Marlins during spring training. Later, on March 11, 2023, he was optioned to the Triple-A Worcester Red Sox.