Steve Barber

American baseball player, All-Star pitcher

Steve Barber - American baseball player, All-Star pitcher
Born

February 22nd, 1938
87 years ago

Died

2007
18 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Professional baseball player featured primarily as a pitcher in Major League Baseball. Played most of career with the Baltimore Orioles from 1959 to 1966. Selected as an All-Star in 1966, showcasing exceptional skills on the mound. Also played for the New York Yankees and the Atlanta Braves, contributing to each team's pitching rotation during his tenure. Gained recognition for strong performances during the 1960s, including a significant role during critical matchups.

Selected as an All-Star in 1966

Played for the Baltimore Orioles

Competed with the New York Yankees

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