Randy Choate
Baseball pitcher with World Series title
Born
September 5th, 1975
49 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball player, pitched in Major League Baseball from 2000 to 2017. Played for several teams including the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, New York Yankees, and the Miami Marlins. Achieved significant success as a relief pitcher, particularly effective against left-handed batters. Contributed to the St. Louis Cardinals' victory in the 2011 World Series.
Pitched in over 600 Major League games
Won the 2011 World Series with the St. Louis Cardinals
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