Chris Schroder
Professional baseball player, MLB pitcher
Played Major League Baseball as a relief pitcher, primarily with the Kansas City Royals and the Washington Nationals. Made his MLB debut in 2000 and contributed to the Nationals during their inaugural season in 2005. Achieved a career-high in strikeouts during the 2001 season.
Debuted in Major League Baseball in 2000
Played for Kansas City Royals and Washington Nationals
Had a career-high in strikeouts in 2001
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