Jason Frasor

American baseball pitcher with Blue Jays

Jason Frasor - American baseball pitcher with Blue Jays
Born

August 9th, 1977
47 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional baseball player, primarily a relief pitcher, played Major League Baseball from 2004 to 2016. Frasor debuted with the Toronto Blue Jays, where he developed a reputation as a reliable bullpen option. Throughout his career, he also played for the Chicago White Sox, Texas Rangers, and the New York Mets. Frasor was noted for his strong strikeout ability and consistency in high-pressure situations, contributing to his teams' efforts in reaching playoffs during his tenure.

Played for the Toronto Blue Jays

Part of the team in 2015 American League East title

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