John Lannan
Baseball pitcher with Nationals
Debuted in Major League Baseball in 2007, playing as a starting pitcher primarily for the Washington Nationals. Achieved a career-high 9 wins in the 2012 season. Played a total of six seasons in MLB, known for his control and consistency on the mound. Transitioned to a coaching role in baseball after retirement.
Debuted with the Washington Nationals in 2007
Achieved 9 wins in the 2012 MLB season
Totaled 54 MLB starts over six seasons
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Physiologist, Nobel Prize laureate
Born
September 27th, 1925 100 years ago
Died
April 10th, 2013 12 years ago — 87 years old
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Austrian singer and actor, 'Heimweh'
Born
September 27th, 1931 94 years ago
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American sportscaster and author
Born
September 27th, 1934 91 years ago
Died
2001 25 years ago — 67 years old
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Physicist and neuroscientist
Born
September 27th, 1933 92 years ago
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American General during the Civil War
Born
September 27th, 1824 201 years ago
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Canadian politician and Cabinet Minister
Born
September 27th, 1932 93 years ago
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