Ryan Klesko

Baseball player and 1995 World Series champion

Ryan Klesko - Baseball player and 1995 World Series champion
Born

June 12th, 1971
54 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a first baseman and outfielder in Major League Baseball. Career spanned from 1993 to 2010, with most significant contributions to the Atlanta Braves and San Diego Padres. Part of the Braves team that won the World Series in 1995. Excelled at hitting, achieving over 1,000 career RBIs and making two All-Star Game appearances during his tenure. After retirement, engaged in various charitable activities and maintained a presence in baseball-related events.

Won the 1995 World Series with the Atlanta Braves

Achieved over 1,000 career RBIs

Made two All-Star Game appearances

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