Jason Marquis
Baseball pitcher and All-Star selection
Born
August 21st, 1978
46 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball pitcher, played primarily for the St. Louis Cardinals in Major League Baseball. Debuted in 2000 and achieved significant success in various seasons. Played a crucial role in the Cardinals' 2006 World Series championship victory. Selected as an All-Star in 2009 while playing for the Colorado Rockies. Concluded career with multiple teams, showcasing a consistent pitching style and competitive performance.
Contributed to the 2006 World Series championship with St. Louis Cardinals
Selected as an All-Star in 2009
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