Bob Myrick
Professional baseball player
Born
Died
2012
14 years ago — 60 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball from 1976 to 1982. Played for the New York Yankees and the Atlanta Braves. Contributed to teams during a period of transition in baseball with a focus on both starting and relief pitching. Recorded several notable performances throughout his career, developing a reputation for strong pitching skills.
Appeared in 183 MLB games
Played for the New York Yankees
Played for the Atlanta Braves
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