John Wetteland

Baseball pitcher, 1996 World Series MVP

John Wetteland - Baseball pitcher, 1996 World Series MVP
Born

August 21st, 1966
58 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

Links & References

Played as a relief pitcher in Major League Baseball for teams such as the New York Yankees, Texas Rangers, and Los Angeles Dodgers. Achieved World Series MVP in 1996 while with the Yankees. Transitioned into coaching after retirement, sharing expertise with aspiring players. Wetteland's career was marked by his effective closing abilities and contributions to championship teams.

Won World Series MVP in 1996

Recorded 330 career saves

Selected to three All-Star Games

Inducted into the Texas Rangers Hall of Fame

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