Dave Stewart
Professional baseball player, coach, executive
Born
February 19th, 1957
68 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A former professional baseball player, played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball from 1978 to 1995. Achieved significant success with the Oakland Athletics during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Won three consecutive World Series titles in 1989, 1990, and 1992 with the Athletics. Transitioned to a coaching and executive role in baseball after retirement, contributing to player development and team management.
Won three World Series titles with the Oakland Athletics
Selected as an All-Star in 1990
Served as a pitching coach for various MLB teams
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