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Alex
Avila
Catcher
Birthdate
1/29/1987
BAT/THR
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
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Nationals
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Nats add backup catcher Avila on 1-year deal
5Y
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Twins
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Twins finalize deals for Pineda, Avila
7Y
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Alex Avila
Sources: Twins, catcher Avila reach $4.25M deal
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