Jamie Moyer

Baseball pitcher, World Series champion

Jamie Moyer - Baseball pitcher, World Series champion
Born

November 18th, 1962
62 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played Major League Baseball as a pitcher from 1986 to 2012, spanning over 25 seasons with various teams. Gained recognition for longevity in the sport and precision pitching. Achieved significant success with the Philadelphia Phillies, helping the team win the World Series in 2008. Concluded a career distinguished by notable performances and records, including being the oldest pitcher to win a Major League game.

Winning the World Series with the Philadelphia Phillies in 2008

Being the oldest pitcher to win a Major League game

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