Byung-hyun Kim
Baseball player and pitcher for the Diamondbacks

Born
January 19th, 1979
46 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
South Korea
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A professional baseball player, played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball. Made debut in 1999 and played for teams including the Arizona Diamondbacks and Florida Marlins. Achieved notable success in the postseason, contributing significantly during the 2001 World Series where the Diamondbacks secured championship victory. Also represented South Korea in international competitions.
Pitched for the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 2001 World Series
Won the 2003 Korean Series with the Hyundai Unicorns
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