Lance Lynn
Baseball pitcher, 2015 All-Star
Born
May 12th, 1987
38 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A prominent participant in Major League Baseball, played primarily as a pitcher. Played for teams including the St. Louis Cardinals, Chicago White Sox, and Texas Rangers. Achieved significant success during tenure with the Cardinals, including winning the World Series in 2011. Selected as an All-Star in 2015, showcasing impressive skills on the mound. Known for resilience and durability, contributing to team performances across multiple seasons.
Won the World Series with St. Louis Cardinals in 2011
Selected as an All-Star in 2015
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