Kyle Farnsworth
Baseball pitcher, 2003 World Series champion
A professional baseball pitcher, played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for multiple teams during a career spanning from 1999 to 2016. Started with the Chicago Cubs and later played for teams such as the Detroit Tigers, Atlanta Braves, New York Yankees, Tampa Bay Rays, and the Kansas City Royals. Achieved significant success in 2003, contributing to the Florida Marlins' World Series title. Known for a powerful fastball and a notable strikeout rate, Farnsworth was often utilized in high-leverage situations throughout his career.
Pitched for the Florida Marlins in 2003 World Series
Achieved a career strikeout total over 1,000
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