John Wetteland
Baseball pitcher, 1996 World Series MVP
Born
August 21st, 1966
58 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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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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