Mike Marshall
Baseball player and 1974 Cy Young Award winner
Born
January 15th, 1943
82 years ago
Died
2021
4 years ago — 78 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball player, played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1960 to 1979. Played for teams including the Detroit Tigers, Chicago White Sox, and the Los Angeles Dodgers. Achieved the 1974 Cy Young Award, marking a significant individual accomplishment in pitching. Known for innovative training methods and contributions to the science of pitching, influencing future generations of players. Retired with a total of 188 career saves, ranking among the top closers of his time.
Won the 1974 Cy Young Award
Ranked among top career save leaders
Pitched for the Los Angeles Dodgers
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