Chad Durbin
Baseball Player and Pitcher
Born
December 3rd, 1977
47 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Durbin played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 2001 to 2014. He played for several teams including the Atlanta Braves, Detroit Tigers, Philadelphia Phillies, and Kansas City Royals. In 2008, he contributed to the Philadelphia Phillies winning the World Series, marking a significant achievement in his career. Durbin's ability to perform in various relief roles made him a valued player on multiple rosters throughout his time in the league.
Played for the Philadelphia Phillies in the 2008 World Series
Contributed to two World Series teams
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