Russ Springer
Russ Springer is a Major League Baseball player. He is currently a pitcher for the St. Louis Cardinals.
Fast Facts
- Full name: Russell Paul Springer
- Born: November 7, 1968
- Birthplace: Alexandria, Louisiana
- Height: 6'4"
- Weight: 225 lbs
- Position: Pitcher
- Bats: Right
- Throws: Right
- High school: Grant High School
- College: Louisiana State University
- Draft year: 1992
Early Life
Russell Paul Springer was born in Alexandria, Louisiana, on November 7, 1968. He attended Grant High School. He continued his education at Louisiana State University. In 1989, Springer was selected by the New York Yankees in the 7th round of the Major League Baseball amateur draft.1
Pro Career
On April 17, 1992, Springer made his MLB debut with the New York Yankees. In his first season, he appeared in 14 games and compiled a 6.19 earned run average. In 1992, he was traded to the California Angels. He has since played for several teams, including the Philadelphia Phillies, Houston Astros, Arizona Diamondbacks, Atlanta Braves and St. Louis Cardinals. In 2007, he compiled a record of eight wins and one loss with an earned run average of 2.18 in 76 games.2
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