Bob Scanlan is a former Major League Baseball pitcher who played for several teams during his career. He was born on August 9, 1966, in Ventura, California, and attended California State University, Fullerton, where he played college baseball.
Scanlan was drafted by the Philadelphia Phillies in the 25th round of the 1988 MLB draft but did not sign with the team. Instead, he signed with the Chicago Cubs as a free agent in 1990 and made his MLB debut with the team in 1991.
Over the course of his career, Scanlan played for several teams, including the Cubs, Milwaukee Brewers, Detroit Tigers, Kansas City Royals, Houston Astros, and Montreal Expos. He was primarily used as a relief pitcher and had a career record of 24-16 with a 3.97 ERA and 10 saves.
One of Scanlan's most memorable moments came on May 17, 1993, when he hit a home run in his first career at-bat. He became the first Cubs pitcher to hit a home run in over 20 years.
After retiring from baseball, Scanlan became a broadcaster and analyst for the San Diego Padres. He also worked as a color commentator for Fox Sports San Diego and as a studio analyst for MLB Network.
In addition to his work in broadcasting, Scanlan is also involved in charitable work. He founded the Big League Impact charity in 2013, which raises money for various causes through fantasy sports leagues.
Overall, Bob Scanlan had a successful career as a Major League Baseball pitcher and has continued to make an impact in the sport through his work in broadcasting and charity.
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