Keith Foulke

MLB Pitcher and World Series Champion

Keith Foulke - MLB Pitcher and World Series Champion
Born

October 19th, 1972
52 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional baseball player, played as a relief pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1997 to 2008. Played for teams including the Chicago White Sox, Oakland Athletics, and Boston Red Sox. Was a key player in the 2004 season, contributing significantly to the Red Sox's historic World Series victory, ending an 86-year championship drought. Also participated in the 2003 All-Star Game while with the Athletics.

Won the World Series with the Boston Red Sox in 2004

Selected as an All-Star in 2003

Led the American League in saves in 2003

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