Armando Benitez
Baseball Player
Retired Dominican Baseball pitcher best known for his years as a closer with the New York Mets.
He was first signed by the Baltimore Orioles in 1990 as a 17-year-old.
He finished his career as a two time All-Star and number 25 on the All-Time Saves List.
He was born and raised in San Pedro De Macaris, Dominican Republic.
He took over as closer of the Mets as long time reliever John Franco transitioned into a lesser role.