Chris Carpenter
Major League Baseball pitcher; World Series champion
Played as a right-handed starting pitcher in Major League Baseball. Spent the majority of professional career with the St. Louis Cardinals. Achieved significant success, including leading the Cardinals to a World Series championship in 2006 and 2011. Earned the National League Cy Young Award in 2005 for outstanding performance during the season. Notable for strong postseason performances and a standout ability to pitch in high-pressure situations.
Two-time World Series champion with St. Louis Cardinals
2005 National League Cy Young Award winner
Three-time All-Star selection
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Charles Emmanuel III of Sardinia
King of Sardinia and Duke of Savoy
Born
April 27th, 1701 324 years ago
Died
February 20th, 1773 253 years ago — 71 years old
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Politician, President of Republic of China
Born
April 27th, 1910 115 years ago
Died
January 13th, 1988 38 years ago — 77 years old
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French actress known for La Dolce Vita
Born
April 27th, 1932 93 years ago
Died
June 18th, 2024 1 years ago — 92 years old
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Television journalist and host
Born
April 27th, 1945 80 years ago
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Mathematician and academic in functional analysis
Born
April 27th, 1920 105 years ago
Died
February 13th, 1997 29 years ago — 76 years old
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Footballer and manager, Tottenham Hotspur
Born
April 27th, 1945 80 years ago
A forward who played primarily for Tottenham Hotspur, contributed to winning two FA Cups and the UEFA Cup in 1972. Later transitioned into management, serving at various clubs. His coaching career included stints at clubs in lower divisions, where tactical knowledge was utilized to develop players.
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