Tommy Milone

Baseball pitcher with notable performances

Tommy Milone - Baseball pitcher with notable performances
Born

February 16th, 1987
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Professional baseball player participated as a pitcher in Major League Baseball. Played for multiple teams, including the New York Mets and the Minnesota Twins. Achieved a career-high of 10 wins in a season and recorded a standout performance with a 3.92 ERA in 2012. Milone was selected as a member of the MLB All-Star Futures Game and showcased consistent skills throughout his career, contributing significantly to each team he played for.

Achieved 10 wins in a season

Recorded a 3.92 ERA in 2012

Played for New York Mets

Played for Minnesota Twins

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