Scott Downs
Baseball player and relief pitcher
Born
March 17th, 1976
49 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Debuted in Major League Baseball in 2000 and played primarily as a relief pitcher. Played for multiple teams including the Chicago White Sox, Toronto Blue Jays, and Los Angeles Angels. Participated in the 2006 World Baseball Classic representing the USA. Retired after the 2015 season.
Pitched for the Chicago White Sox
Played for the Toronto Blue Jays
Competed with the Los Angeles Angels
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