Steve Olin
Baseball player for the Cleveland Indians
Born
October 4th, 1965
59 years ago
Died
March 22nd, 1993
32 years ago — 27 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as a relief pitcher in Major League Baseball, primarily for the Cleveland Indians from 1988 to 1993. Olin's career was marked by effective performance on the mound, showcasing a strong ability to close out games and contribute to his team's success. His career was tragically cut short due to his untimely death in a boating accident in 1993.
Played for the Cleveland Indians from 1988 to 1993
Recorded 16 saves in the 1991 season
Participated in a total of 189 games
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