Jed Lowrie
American baseball player and All-Star
Born in 1984, this baseball player played primarily as a shortstop and second baseman. Major League Baseball career spanned from 2008 to 2021, with significant contributions to teams such as the Boston Red Sox and the Oakland Athletics. In 2018, achieved championship success with the Red Sox, winning the World Series. Played key roles in multiple seasons, highlighted by an All-Star selection in 2018. Recognized for solid defensive skills and versatility on the field, with consistent offensive production throughout his career.
Winning the World Series with the Boston Red Sox in 2018
Being selected as an All-Star in 2018
Playing for the Oakland Athletics
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Scottish politician and 10th Earl of Buchan
Born
April 17th, 1710 316 years ago
Died
December 1st, 1767 258 years ago — 57 years old
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Prime Minister, world's first female PM
Born
April 17th, 1916 110 years ago
Died
October 10th, 2000 25 years ago — 84 years old
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Born
April 17th, 1891 135 years ago
Died
April 23rd, 1965 61 years ago — 74 years old
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American actor in Sunset Boulevard
Born
April 17th, 1918 108 years ago
Died
November 12th, 1981 44 years ago — 63 years old
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French-Canadian nun and founder of schools
Born
April 17th, 1620 406 years ago
Died
January 12th, 1700 326 years ago — 79 years old
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Botanist and explorer of Brazil
Born
April 17th, 1794 232 years ago
Died
December 13th, 1868 157 years ago — 74 years old
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