Jim Sundberg
Baseball player and sportscaster
A former professional baseball player, played as a catcher in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1973 to 1989. Teams included the Texas Rangers, Kansas City Royals, and Chicago Cubs. Selected as an All-Star in 1983 and received multiple Gold Glove Awards for defensive excellence. Transitioned to a sportscasting career after retiring as a player. Provided analysis and commentary for various sports networks and teams.
Selected as an All-Star in 1983
Won four Gold Glove Awards
Played for Texas Rangers, Kansas City Royals
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Astronomer and physicist, studied black holes
Born
May 18th, 1941 85 years ago
An astronomer and physicist focused on high-energy astrophysics. Contributed to the understanding of black holes and cosmic radio sources. Served as a professor at the University of Cambridge and as a director of the Institute of Astronomy. Authored several significant publications and texts on astrophysics, particularly emphasizing the role of black holes in the universe.
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Philosopher and Nobel Prize laureate
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May 18th, 1872 154 years ago
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American football player and coach
Born
May 18th, 1927 99 years ago
Died
January 15th, 2015 11 years ago — 87 years old
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Ice Hockey Player and Coach
Born
May 18th, 1959 67 years ago
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Blues/R&B singer and songwriter
Born
May 18th, 1911 115 years ago
Died
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Prince and Bishop of Rostov
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May 18th, 1186 840 years ago
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