Mike Morgan

Baseball player and coach with major league

Mike Morgan - Baseball player and coach with major league
Born

October 8th, 1959
65 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Started professional baseball career in 1978. Played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB) for multiple teams including the Chicago Cubs, New York Yankees, and Atlanta Braves. Accumulated 362 career games pitched over 22 seasons. Transitioned into coaching and served in various roles after retirement, contributing to the development of younger players.

Played for 12 different MLB teams

Achieved a total of 362 career games pitched

Served as a coach after retirement

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