Kirk McCaskill

Baseball and hockey player from Canada

Kirk McCaskill - Baseball and hockey player from Canada
Born

April 9th, 1961
63 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

Links & References

A Canadian-American athlete played Major League Baseball as a pitcher for the Chicago White Sox and the California Angels. Beyond baseball, played ice hockey in collegiate leagues. Transitioned into a successful career in sports broadcasting after retirement, providing analysis and commentary.

Played for the Chicago White Sox

Played for the California Angels

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