Greg Maddux

Greg Maddux is a former professional baseball player who was one of the most accomplished pitchers in Major League Baseball (MLB) history. He was born on April 14, 1966, in San Angelo, Texas, United States. Maddux played in the MLB from 1986 to 2008, primarily as a starting pitcher.

During his career, Greg Maddux played for several teams, including the Chicago Cubs (1986-1992, 2004-2006), Atlanta Braves (1993-2003), Los Angeles Dodgers (2006, 2008), and San Diego Padres (2007-2008). He was known for his exceptional control, pinpoint accuracy, and ability to outwit batters with his pitch selection and location.

Maddux won four consecutive Cy Young Awards from 1992 to 1995, becoming the first pitcher in MLB history to achieve this feat. He was an eight-time All-Star and won a total of 18 Gold Glove Awards for his outstanding fielding and defensive skills as a pitcher. Maddux was known for his efficiency on the mound, often working quickly and efficiently to keep hitters off balance.

Throughout his career, Greg Maddux amassed impressive statistics, including a career record of 355 wins and 227 losses, a career earned run average (ERA) of 3.16, and 3,371 strikeouts. He was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 2014, his first year of eligibility, cementing his status as one of the greatest pitchers in baseball history.