Michael Wacha
Baseball pitcher, World Series champion
Born
July 1st, 1991
34 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Debuted in Major League Baseball in 2013. Played for the St. Louis Cardinals and contributed to the team's success in securing the World Series title in 2011. Achieved notable recognition for performance during postseason play, particularly in the 2013 playoffs, earning a spot in the All-Star Game in 2015. Played for several teams throughout the career, including the New York Mets and the Tampa Bay Rays.
Winning the World Series with the St. Louis Cardinals in 2011
Being an All-Star in 2015
Outstanding postseason performance in 2013
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