Mike Flanagan
Baseball player and sportscaster
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Died
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Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball, with significant contributions to teams including the Baltimore Orioles and the Toronto Blue Jays. Flanagan won the American League Cy Young Award in 1979 and recorded a career total of 170 wins. After retiring as a player, served as a coach and sportscaster, providing analysis and commentary on baseball broadcasts.
Won the American League Cy Young Award in 1979
Played for the Baltimore Orioles and Toronto Blue Jays
Recorded a career total of 170 wins
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