Al Downing
Baseball player and sportscaster
Born
June 28th, 1941
83 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Born in 1941, a professional baseball player and sportscaster, achieved notoriety during a career in Major League Baseball. Played as a left-handed pitcher for several teams including the New York Yankees and the Los Angeles Dodgers. Gained recognition for allowing Hank Aaron's record-breaking 715th home run in 1974 while pitching for the Dodgers. Transitioned to sportscasting after retirement, contributing analysis and commentary on baseball broadcasts.
Pitched for the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers
Allowed Hank Aaron's 715th home run in 1974
Worked as a baseball sportscaster post-retirement
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