Mac Suzuki
Japanese baseball player, MLB pitcher
Born
May 31st, 1975
50 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Japan
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This individual played professional baseball as a pitcher, making a significant mark in Major League Baseball (MLB). After starting a career in Japan, played for the Yokohama BayStars in Nippon Professional Baseball before transitioning to MLB. Debuted in 1999 with the Seattle Mariners and later played for the Kansas City Royals. Known for adept pitching skills, competed at the highest level of the sport and contributed to team success during tenure in the league.
Debuted in MLB with the Seattle Mariners
Pitched for the Kansas City Royals
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