Jack Morris
Baseball player and sportscaster
Born
May 16th, 1955
69 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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One of the premier pitchers in Major League Baseball, played 18 seasons from 1977 to 1994. Achieved significant success with the Detroit Tigers, helping the team secure a World Series championship in 1984. Notable for his performance in the 1991 World Series, where pitched a 10-inning shutout in Game 7, leading the Minnesota Twins to victory. Transitioned to a career as a sportscaster, providing analysis and commentary for various networks.
Won World Series with Detroit Tigers in 1984
Pitched a 10-inning shutout in the 1991 World Series
Selected as a five-time All-Star
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