Bobby Jenks
Baseball pitcher and World Series Champion
Born
March 14th, 1981
44 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
Links & References
Played as a relief pitcher in Major League Baseball from 2005 to 2011. Teams included the Chicago White Sox and the Boston Red Sox. Achieved notable success with the White Sox, contributing to the team's victory in the 2005 World Series. Renowned for his fastball and effectiveness in high-pressure situations.
Pitched in the 2005 World Series with the White Sox
Recorded 27 saves in the 2006 season
Selected as an All-Star in 2007
Other People Born on March 14th
Kristian Bush
An American singer-songwriter and guitarist, gained prominence as a member of the country duo Sugarland. Achieved significant commercial success with multiple Grammy nominations and wins. Released solo albums following the duo's hiatus, showcasing a blend of country and pop music. Contributed to songwriting for various artists, further solidifying a notable presence in the music industry.
Continue ReadingFrank Borman
Completed military service as a bomber pilot before joining NASA as an astronaut in 1962. Commanded the Apollo 8 mission in 1968, which became the first crewed spacecraft to orbit the Moon. The mission provided critical data for future Apollo missions and showcased Earth from lunar orbit. Retired from NASA in 1970 and served as CEO of several companies in the aerospace industry.
Continue ReadingLes Brown
A prominent American bandleader and composer, influential in the big band era. Founded 'Les Brown and His Band of Renown', contributing significantly to the popular music of the time. The band gained recognition for its performances in radio and television, especially during the 1940s and 1950s. Worked extensively with notable singers and musicians, leaving a lasting legacy in the music industry. Received awards and accolades for contributions to music and entertainment, cementing a place in American cultural history.
Continue ReadingClyde Lee
Played professional basketball in the NBA, primarily for the San Francisco Warriors. Participated in the 1966 NBA All-Star Game. Spent time with the Atlanta Hawks and Boston Celtics, contributing to team efforts throughout the 1970s. Achieved notable statistics during his career, showcasing skills in scoring and rebounding.
Continue ReadingCharles Ammi Cutter
Significant contributions were made to the field of library science, particularly in cataloging and classification. Developed the Cutter Expansive Classification system, which provided a systematic approach to organizing library materials. Served as the librarian for the Boston Athenaeum and played a vital role in shaping modern cataloging standards. Advocated for library education and professionalism, influencing future generations of librarians.
Continue ReadingIndu Malhotra
First woman to directly be appointed as a judge of the Supreme Court of India. Served as a senior advocate at the Supreme Court prior to the appointment. Played a significant role in various landmark judgments and contributed to legal reforms in India. Prior to joining the Supreme Court, worked extensively in high-profile cases in several areas of law, including constitutional and commercial law.
Continue Reading