Donn Pall was a right-handed relief pitcher who played for several Major League Baseball teams during his career. He was born on January 11, 1962, in Chicago, Illinois, and attended Evergreen Park Community High School. Pall went on to play college baseball at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he was a standout pitcher.
Pall was drafted by the Chicago White Sox in the 23rd round of the 1985 MLB draft. He made his major league debut with the White Sox in 1988 and quickly established himself as a reliable relief pitcher. Pall was known for his sinkerball, which he used to induce ground balls and get out of tough situations.
In 1990, Pall had a breakout season with the White Sox, posting a 2.60 ERA and 11 saves in 57 appearances. He was a key part of the team's bullpen and helped them win the American League West division title. Pall continued to pitch well for the White Sox over the next few seasons, but was traded to the Philadelphia Phillies in 1993.
Pall spent one season with the Phillies before being traded to the Milwaukee Brewers in 1994. He pitched for the Brewers for two seasons before being traded back to the White Sox in 1996. Pall finished his career with the Florida Marlins in 1998.
Overall, Pall had a solid career as a relief pitcher in the major leagues. He appeared in 417 games, posting a 24-18 record with a 3.63 ERA and 33 saves. Pall was known for his durability and consistency, and was a valuable member of several teams throughout his career.
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