Carlos Zambrano

Venezuelan baseball pitcher, four-time All-Star

Carlos Zambrano - Venezuelan baseball pitcher, four-time All-Star
Born

June 1st, 1981
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Venezuela

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Born in Venezuela, a professional baseball pitcher began a career in Major League Baseball (MLB) in 2001. Played for the Chicago Cubs for most of his career, achieving considerable success on the mound. Recognized as a four-time All-Star, he displayed a powerful fastball and durability as a starting pitcher. Also represented Venezuela in international competitions, contributing to the national team's efforts in the World Baseball Classic. Released from the Cubs in 2012, continued to play in MLB and international leagues until retirement.

Selected as a four-time MLB All-Star

Won a total of 125 games during MLB career

Pitched a no-hitter for the Chicago Cubs in 2008

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