Paul Kilgus

Baseball player and pitcher

Paul Kilgus - Baseball player and pitcher
Born

February 2nd, 1962
63 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A right-handed pitcher, played in Major League Baseball from 1985 to 1995. Played for teams including the Chicago White Sox, Texas Rangers, and the Detroit Tigers. Contributed to various teams with solid pitching performances across different seasons. After retiring from professional play, continued involvement in baseball through coaching and mentoring young athletes.

Pitched for the Chicago White Sox

Played for the Texas Rangers

Competed with the Detroit Tigers

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