Al Leiter
Baseball pitcher and sportscaster
Born
October 23rd, 1965
59 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball pitcher and later a sportscaster. Played for the New York Mets, Toronto Blue Jays, Florida Marlins, and New York Yankees during a career that spanned from 1987 to 2005. Achieved significant success in Major League Baseball, contributing to multiple playoff teams and appearing in two All-Star Games. Transitioned to sports commentary after retirement, serving as an analyst on MLB Network and ESPN. Recognized for in-depth analysis and insights into the game.
Played for the New York Mets
Two-time All-Star selection
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