Ryan Franklin
Baseball pitcher and All-Star athlete
Played professional baseball as a pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB) for teams including the Seattle Mariners, St. Louis Cardinals, and Philadelphia Phillies. During career, selected as an All-Star in 2009 while playing for the Cardinals. Contributed significantly to the Cardinals' success during the 2006 season, helping the team secure a World Series championship. Additionally known for versatility as a reliever and starter throughout career.
Selected as an All-Star in 2009
Part of the St. Louis Cardinals 2006 World Series team
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Race car driver and sportscaster
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March 5th, 1975 51 years ago
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Swedish drummer with Opeth acclaim
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March 5th, 1979 47 years ago
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March 5th, 1993 33 years ago
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Scottish King and monarch of Scotland
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March 5th, 1324 702 years ago
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1371 655 years ago — 47 years old
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Baseball player and World Series champion
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March 5th, 1993 33 years ago
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American baseball player and scout
Born
March 5th, 1952 74 years ago
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