Stephen Zachary Day was born on June 15,1978 and is a former right-handed sinker-ball pitcher in Major League Baseball.
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12 Facts About Zach Day
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Zach Day went on to attend the University of Cincinnati, studying pre-business.
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Zach Day's debut was on his birthday, and he was credited the win.
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Zach Day was the first pitcher to achieve that combination since at least 1901, possibly ever.
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Zach Day pitched the final three innings in perfect fashion to nail down the win for starting pitcher Tony Armas Jr.
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Zach Day was initially named NL Rookie of the Month in April, but the award was revoked and given to Hee-seop Choi due to Day having reached the rookie limit of service days in 2002.
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Zach Day managed to pitch in 12 games for the Nationals before being traded to Colorado.
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Zach Day began the season with the Rockies but was designated for assignment after posting an ERA of 10.
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However, after five appearances, Zach Day was placed on the 60-day DL on May 23 for right shoulder tendinitis and underwent rotator cuff surgery on June 6, ending his 2006 season.
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Zach Day spent the year playing for the Triple-A Omaha Royals, starting nine games and relieving in two more.
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On January 11,2008, Zach Day signed a minor league contract with the Minnesota Twins, but was released in early May having made 6 appearances for the Fort Myers Miracle.
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