Lee Smith
Baseball pitcher, Hall of Famer
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United States
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A prominent baseball pitcher, had a career spanning from 1980 to 1997. Primarily played for the Chicago Cubs, St. Louis Cardinals, and San Francisco Giants. Accrued significant accolades during time in Major League Baseball, including being a three-time All-Star. Inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 2019, recognizing contributions to the sport and notable achievements as a closer.
Achieved a record 478 career saves
Won the Rolaids Relief Man of the Year award
Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame
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