Joe Ausanio

Baseball player and coach, MLB career

Joe Ausanio - Baseball player and coach, MLB career
Born

December 9th, 1965
59 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A former professional baseball player and coach, participation in Major League Baseball occurred from 1991 to 1997 as a relief pitcher. Played for the New York Yankees and the Seattle Mariners. Transitioned to coaching after retirement, contributing to player development and strategy at various levels of baseball.

Played for the New York Yankees

Played for the Seattle Mariners

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