Don Sutton

Baseball player and sportscaster

Don Sutton - Baseball player and sportscaster
Born

April 2nd, 1945
80 years ago

Died

2021
4 years ago — 76 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Born on April 2, 1945, a prominent career in Major League Baseball spanned from 1966 to 1988. Played primarily as a starting pitcher for teams including the Los Angeles Dodgers, Houston Astros, and the Oakland Athletics. Achieved a significant milestone by recording over 300 career wins and 3,574 strikeouts, ranking among the top pitchers in MLB history. Transitioned to a sportscasting career after retirement, providing analysis for various networks. Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1998, recognizing contributions to the sport.

Recorded over 300 career wins

Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1998

Played for the Los Angeles Dodgers

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