Jordan Walden

Baseball player, World Series champion

Jordan Walden - Baseball player, World Series champion
Born

November 16th, 1987
37 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a relief pitcher in Major League Baseball. Made his debut in 2010 and played for teams such as the Los Angeles Angels and Atlanta Braves. Contributed to the Braves' 2013 season, which culminated in a division title. Known for a powerful fastball and effective strikeout rate.

Debuted in MLB in 2010 with the Angels

Pitched for the Atlanta Braves in 2013

Part of the Braves' National League East title team

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