Max Scherzer
Professional Baseball Player - Three-time Cy Young Award Winner
Born
July 27th, 1984
41 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A distinguished pitcher in Major League Baseball, achieved recognition for exceptional performance on the mound. Drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 1st round of the 2006 MLB Draft, debuted in 2008. Played for teams including the Detroit Tigers, Washington Nationals, and New York Mets. Secured three Cy Young Awards in 2013, 2016, and 2017, establishing a reputation as one of the leading pitchers in the league. Won the World Series in 2019 with the Washington Nationals, contributing significantly to the team's success during the postseason.
Three-time Cy Young Award winner
World Series champion in 2019
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