CC Sabathia

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was CC Sabathia born?July 21, 1980
2. What is the MLB teams?Cleveland Indians (2001–2008), Milwaukee Brewers (2008), New York Yankees (2009–2019)
3. What is the career wins?251
4. Who is CC Sabathia?CC Sabathia is a famous baseball pitcher who played for teams like the Cleveland Indians, Milwaukee Brewers, and New York Yankees. He is known for throwing fast and winning many games.
5. Why did CC Sabathia win a World Series?In 2009, he helped the New York Yankees win the World Series and was named the most valuable player in the championship series.

Fastball Velocity: The speed at which a pitcher throws the baseball, measured in miles per hour.
Control Pitcher: A pitcher who relies on accuracy and placement of the ball rather than sheer speed.
Baseball Hall of Fame: A prestigious institution that honors players, managers, and umpires who have made significant contributions to the sport of baseball.