Chuck Finley
Baseball Pitcher with the California Angels
Born
November 26th, 1962
62 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball pitcher competed primarily in Major League Baseball (MLB) during the 1980s and 1990s. Played for the California Angels for the majority of a 17-year career. Achieved notable success with numerous All-Star selections and a reputation for consistent performance on the mound. Transitioned to play for several teams, including the St. Louis Cardinals and the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, before retiring in 2002. Accumulated over 2,600 strikeouts, establishing a strong legacy in baseball.
Selected as an All-Star in 1990 and 1991
Achieved over 2,600 career strikeouts
Played the majority of career with California Angels
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