Adam Morgan

American baseball pitcher

Adam Morgan - American baseball pitcher
Born

February 27th, 1990
35 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Born in 1990, this American baseball pitcher played for the Philadelphia Phillies in Major League Baseball. Morgan was drafted in the third round of the 2011 MLB Draft out of the University of Alabama. He made his MLB debut in 2015 and was recognized for his contributions on the mound. Over the course of his career, he served primarily as a relief pitcher and made significant appearances during the 2016 season, showcasing his ability to strike out hitters.

Played for the Philadelphia Phillies

Made MLB debut in 2015

Recorded notable performances in 2016

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