Corbin Burnes
Baseball Pitcher, 2021 NL Cy Young Award
Drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in 2016, made MLB debut in 2018. Became a prominent starting pitcher for the Brewers, recognized for outstanding strikeout ability and consistency on the mound. In 2021, achieved the National League Cy Young Award, cementing status as one of the top pitchers in baseball. Played a key role in helping the Brewers reach the postseason multiple times.
Winning the 2021 NL Cy Young Award
Leading the National League in strikeouts in 2021
Representing Milwaukee Brewers in All-Star games
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American football player, Alabama safety
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October 22nd, 2001 24 years ago
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October 22nd, 1999 26 years ago
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American pianist and composer
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October 22nd, 1928 97 years ago
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October 22nd, 1992 33 years ago
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YouTuber and gaming content creator
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October 22nd, 1992 33 years ago
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American rapper with 'The Box'
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October 22nd, 1998 27 years ago
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