Brad Peacock
Baseball pitcher with Astros success
Born
February 2nd, 1988
37 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Debuted in Major League Baseball in 2013, achieved notable recognition as a pitcher for the Houston Astros. Played a significant role in the Astros' victory in the 2017 World Series. Contributed to the team's performance through various roles, including starting and relief pitching. Recorded multiple seasons with double-digit strikeouts, showcasing skills on the mound.
Part of the Houston Astros 2017 World Series championship team
Achieved a career-high in strikeouts in 2015
Pitched in over 150 games across several seasons
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