Anthony Lerew

Baseball Pitcher, 2003 MLB debut

Anthony Lerew - Baseball Pitcher, 2003 MLB debut
Born

October 28th, 1982
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a professional baseball pitcher primarily for the Kansas City Royals and the Atlanta Braves. Debuted in Major League Baseball (MLB) in 2003 after being drafted by the Braves in 2002. Spent time in the minor leagues before making the transition to the majors, where performance included various roles as both a starting pitcher and reliever during tenure in the league.

Debuted in MLB with the Atlanta Braves in 2003

Played for Kansas City Royals

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