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Carlos Delgado

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Carlos Delgado is a retired Puerto Rican baseball first baseman who played in Major League Baseball from 1993 to 2009. He spent his longest tenure with the Toronto Blue Jays, where he became the franchise's career leader in home runs and runs batted in, and later played for the Florida Marlins and New York Mets. Delgado finished with 473 home runs and 1,512 RBIs and was a two-time All-Star. [Source](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carlos_Delgado)

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How many home runs did Carlos Delgado hit in Major League Baseball?

Delgado hit 473 career home runs, the most by a player born in Puerto Rico. He played primarily as a first baseman. [MLB](https://www.mlb.com/mets/news/carlos-delgado-remains-an-underrated-slugger)

What records did Carlos Delgado set with the Toronto Blue Jays?

He remains the franchise leader in home runs with 336 and RBI with 1,058. The Blue Jays also list him as their all-time leader in walks, slugging percentage, OPS, runs, and total bases. [Toronto Blue Jays](https://www.mlb.com/bluejays/news/blue-jays-adding-carlos-delgado-to-level-of-excellence/c-40570540)

What position did Carlos Delgado play during his MLB career?

Delgado was primarily a first baseman, with some time as a designated hitter. His Major League career ran from 1993 to 2009.

Which individual awards are associated with Carlos Delgado?

He won the American League Hank Aaron Award in 2000 and led the American League in RBI in 2003. His Toronto years also included franchise records for 336 home runs and 1,058 RBI.