David Aardsma
Baseball player and relief pitcher
Born
December 27th, 1981
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A baseball player, has played as a relief pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB). Career spanned from 2004 to 2015, where Aardsma had stints with multiple teams including the San Francisco Giants, Chicago Cubs, Seattle Mariners, and New York Yankees. Known for a fastball that reached the upper 90s and effective slider, Aardsma achieved a significant milestone by recording 69 saves during his career. Initially drafted by the Giants in 2003, he established his role in the bullpen and contributed to team efforts in various seasons.
Recorded 69 saves in MLB
Played for San Francisco Giants
Pitched for Seattle Mariners
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