Dave Righetti

Baseball pitcher and pitching coach

Dave Righetti - Baseball pitcher and pitching coach
Born

November 28th, 1958
66 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Born in 1958, this individual played as a Major League Baseball pitcher from 1979 to 1995. Most prominently associated with the New York Yankees and the San Francisco Giants, he achieved success as a left-handed reliever. This individual transitioned into a coaching role, serving various teams, including the San Francisco Giants and the Texas Rangers. As a player, notable accomplishments included being selected for the American League All-Star team and winning the 1981 AL Rookie of the Year award. This individual also threw a no-hitter in 1983 against the Boston Red Sox, cementing a significant moment in MLB history.

Selected as an All-Star in 1981

Won 1981 AL Rookie of the Year award

Threw a no-hitter in 1983

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