Ted Lilly
Professional Baseball Pitcher
Played as a left-handed pitcher in Major League Baseball from 1997 to 2013. Teams included the Montreal Expos, New York Yankees, Oakland Athletics, Chicago Cubs, Toronto Blue Jays, and Los Angeles Dodgers. Achieved a standout season in 2006, earning an All-Star selection while with the Cubs. Contributed to the team's playoff run and showcased significant performances throughout his career, including multiple seasons with 15 or more wins. Retired with a career win-loss record of 113-113 and an earned run average of 4.14.
All-Star selection in 2006
Contributed to the Chicago Cubs playoff run
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