Aroldis Chapman
Cuban baseball player, All-Star reliever
Born in Cuba, a professional baseball player gained recognition as a left-handed relief pitcher. Debuted in Major League Baseball (MLB) with the Cincinnati Reds in 2010. Achieved a high strikeout rate and recorded numerous saves throughout the career. Played for teams such as the New York Yankees and the Chicago Cubs. Contributed to a World Series championship with the Cubs in 2016.
Selected to multiple All-Star games
Pitched for the 2016 World Series champion Chicago Cubs
Set a record for fastest pitch in MLB history
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Arthur Giry
French historian and academic
Born
February 28th, 1848 178 years ago
Died
1899 127 years ago — 51 years old
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February 28th, 1996 30 years ago
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German footballer with international caps
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February 28th, 1990 36 years ago
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Danish footballer; UEFA Euro 2004 participant
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February 28th, 1980 46 years ago
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Canadian actor in animated series
Born
February 28th, 1970 56 years ago
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Actress, starred in 'Gilmore Girls'
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February 28th, 1944 82 years ago
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