Steve Karsay was a professional baseball player who played as a pitcher for several teams during his career. He was born on March 24, 1972, in Flushing, New York, and attended Christ the King Regional High School in Middle Village, New York. Karsay was drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays in the first round of the 1990 Major League Baseball draft.
Karsay made his Major League debut with the Blue Jays in 1993 and played for them until 1997. He then played for the Oakland Athletics from 1997 to 1999, the Cleveland Indians from 1999 to 2001, the New York Yankees from 2002 to 2005, and the Texas Rangers in 2006.
Karsay was known for his fastball, which could reach speeds of up to 98 miles per hour. He was also a reliable relief pitcher, often coming in to pitch in high-pressure situations. Karsay was a valuable member of the Yankees bullpen during their successful 2002 season, in which they won the American League pennant.
However, Karsay's career was plagued by injuries. He underwent Tommy John surgery in 1995 and missed the entire 1996 season. He also suffered from shoulder and elbow injuries throughout his career, which limited his playing time and effectiveness on the field.
Despite his injuries, Karsay was able to have a successful career in Major League Baseball. He finished his career with a record of 32-39, an ERA of 4.01, and 499 strikeouts. He also recorded 41 saves during his career.
After retiring from baseball, Karsay became a pitching coach. He worked as a minor league pitching coach for the Cleveland Indians from 2011 to 2012 and for the Atlanta Braves from 2013 to 2016. In 2017, he was promoted to the role of bullpen coach for the Braves.
Overall, Steve Karsay was a talented pitcher who had a successful career in Major League Baseball despite his injuries. He was known for his fastball and his ability to pitch in high-pressure situations. After retiring from baseball, he became a pitching coach and has continued to work in the sport.
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