Corey Kluber

Baseball pitcher, 2014 AL Cy Young Award

Corey Kluber - Athletes & Sports Figures born April 10th, 1986
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Drafted by the San Diego Padres in 2007, contributed to the team's minor league system before being traded to the Cleveland Indians in 2010. Established a strong presence as a starting pitcher, leading the Indians to multiple playoff appearances. Achieved the American League Cy Young Award in 2014 and 2017, recognized for outstanding performance on the mound. Played a key role in the Indians' run to the 2016 World Series. Also played for the Texas Rangers and New York Yankees during the later years of the career, adding to the overall achievements.

Won American League Cy Young Award in 2014

Led Cleveland Indians to the 2016 World Series

Named to the MLB All-Star Game multiple times

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