Bobby Valentine
Baseball manager and former player
Played as an outfielder in Major League Baseball for teams including the Los Angeles Dodgers, California Angels, and New York Mets. Managed the New York Mets and won the 2000 National League pennant. Served as the head coach of the baseball team at Boston Red Sox. Also worked in various roles in professional baseball, including as a commentator and an executive. His contributions to the game span several decades.
Managed the New York Mets to a NL pennant in 2000
Played for the Los Angeles Dodgers, California Angels, and New York Mets
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Romelu Lukaku
Belgian footballer and goal scorer
Born
May 13th, 1993 32 years ago
Professional footballer born in Belgium, played as a striker. Started career at Anderlecht, where he won the Belgian Pro League. Moved to the Premier League, joining Chelsea, then loaned to West Bromwich Albion and Everton. Became a key player at Manchester United, winning the EFL Cup and UEFA Europa League. Joined Inter Milan, leading the team to victory in Serie A. Returned to Chelsea in 2021 before further loan stints. Contributed significantly to the Belgium national team, participating in multiple European Championships and World Cups.
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Major League Baseball pitcher and Cy Young Award winner
Born
May 13th, 1978 47 years ago
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French footballer playing for Arsenal
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May 13th, 1991 34 years ago
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Ice hockey player and NHL All-Star
Born
May 13th, 1989 36 years ago
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Baseball player with Chicago Cubs
Born
May 13th, 1997 28 years ago
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Australian singer-songwriter with a chart-topping album
Born
May 13th, 1988 37 years ago
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