Mike Cuellar

Cuban-American MLB player and Cy Young winner

Mike Cuellar - Cuban-American MLB player and Cy Young winner
Born

May 8th, 1937
88 years ago

Died

2010
15 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A Cuban-American baseball player, Cuellar played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball. He debuted in 1959 and had a notable career primarily with the Baltimore Orioles. Cuellar was recognized for his skills on the mound, leading the league in earned run average in 1969 and earning the Cy Young Award in 1969. He was a critical part of the Orioles' pitching rotation during their successful seasons in the 1960s and 1970s, contributing to their World Series victory in 1970.

Won the Cy Young Award in 1969

Pitched for the Baltimore Orioles

Contributed to the World Series championship in 1970

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