Phil Coke
Baseball pitcher and World Series champion
Born
July 19th, 1982
42 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball player, primarily served as a pitcher. Played for several Major League Baseball teams, with significant tenure at the Detroit Tigers. Contributed to the Tigers' victory in the 2012 World Series, throwing pivotal innings during the postseason. Also played for the New York Yankees, Chicago White Sox, and others over a career spanning several years.
Won the 2012 World Series with Detroit Tigers
Played for the New York Yankees
Appeared in over 200 MLB games
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