Bobby Witt
Baseball player and pitcher for MLB teams

Born
May 11th, 1964
60 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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This individual participated as a professional baseball pitcher, making significant contributions to Major League Baseball. Debuting in the league in 1986, played for teams including the Texas Rangers, Chicago White Sox, and Oakland Athletics. Achieved prominence with a powerful fastball and strong striking capabilities, earning a reputation in the sport over a career that spanned over 15 seasons. Known for combining athleticism with competitive spirit while accumulating valuable experience on the mound.
Pitched for Texas Rangers from 1986 to 1990
Accumulated over 1,500 strikeouts in career
Selected as an All-Star in 1990
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