Jonathan Papelbon

Baseball pitcher and World Series champion

Jonathan Papelbon - Baseball pitcher and World Series champion
Born

November 23rd, 1980
44 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional baseball pitcher played primarily for the Boston Red Sox and the Philadelphia Phillies. Debuted in Major League Baseball (MLB) in 2005. Pitched a crucial role in the Red Sox's 2007 World Series victory. Notable for a powerful fastball and significant strikeout ability, accumulated over 450 career saves, ranking among the top closers in MLB history.

Winning the 2007 World Series with the Boston Red Sox

Earning four All-Star selections

Leading the league in saves in 2008

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