Ken Giles
Professional baseball pitcher
Debuted in Major League Baseball in 2014 with the Philadelphia Phillies. Played for the Houston Astros and contributed to the team's victory in the 2017 World Series. Known for a fastball that regularly exceeded 100 mph and for striking out batters with a high strikeout rate. Established a reputation as a reliable closer during tenure with the Astros.
Played for the Houston Astros in the 2017 World Series
Recorded over 100 strikeouts in multiple seasons
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Politician and Minister of State for Europe
Born
September 20th, 1961 64 years ago
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Born
September 20th, 1948 77 years ago
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September 20th, 1981 44 years ago
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American editor of notable authors
Born
September 20th, 1884 141 years ago
Died
1947 79 years ago — 63 years old
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Born
September 20th, 1913 112 years ago
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