Tom Gordon
Baseball Pitcher; 4-time All-Star
A professional baseball player, recognized primarily for playing as a relief pitcher in Major League Baseball. Career spanned from 1988 to 2009 with several teams, including the Kansas City Royals, Chicago White Sox, and Philadelphia Phillies. Achieved four All-Star selections throughout the career, showcasing skills in both starting and relieving roles. Played a significant role in team success, contributing to a turnaround for various franchises during peak performance years. Served as a mentor to younger pitchers in the latter stages of the career.
4-time MLB All-Star
Pitched for the Boston Red Sox
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Bulgarian architect, Central Sofia Market Hall
Born
November 18th, 1880 145 years ago
Died
June 2nd, 1952 73 years ago — 71 years old
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Born
November 18th, 1871 154 years ago
Died
October 19th, 1914 111 years ago — 42 years old
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Born
November 18th, 1962 63 years ago
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Born
November 18th, 1962 63 years ago
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Born
November 18th, 1960 65 years ago
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Singer-songwriter and Capitol Records co-founder
Born
November 18th, 1909 116 years ago
Died
June 25th, 1976 49 years ago — 66 years old
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