Brian Bruney
Baseball pitcher with MLB experience
Born
February 17th, 1982
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Born in 1982, a baseball player entered Major League Baseball in 2003. Played for the Arizona Diamondbacks, New York Yankees, and several other teams during a career spanning over seven seasons. Achieved notable success as a relief pitcher, contributing to the Yankees' 2009 World Series championship victory. His career included stints with teams across multiple leagues, showcasing a range of pitching skills and strategies.
Contributed to New York Yankees' 2009 World Series win
Played for Arizona Diamondbacks
Appeared in 229 MLB games
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