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Juan Guzman celebrates 60th birthday, reflecting on MLB career

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 3:22 PM

Last updated Oct 28, 2026

Juan Guzman celebrates 60th birthday, reflecting on MLB career

Summary

Juan Guzman turns 60 today, having made significant contributions to Major League Baseball. Born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, he was signed by the Dodgers in 1985 before being traded to the Blue Jays. Guzman made his MLB debut in June 1991 and quickly became known for his impressive performances, recording a 10-3 record and a 2.99 ERA in his rookie season. He played a vital role in the Blue Jays' back-to-back World Series titles in 1992 and 1993, earning a spot on the All-Star team in 1992. Over a decade-long career, Guzman faced challenges with injuries and control issues but managed to return to form in 1996 with a league-leading 2.93 ERA.

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•Juan Guzman turns 60 on October 28, 2026.
•Debuted for the Blue Jays in 1991, finishing rookie season 10-3.
•Helped team win World Series titles in 1992 and 1993.
•Selected as an All-Star in 1992 with a notable performance.
•Career ended prematurely due to a shoulder injury in 2000.

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Juan Guzman turns 60 today. Born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Guzman was signed by the Dodgers as an amateur free agent in 1985. Pat Gillick later traded Mike Sharperson to Los Angeles for Guzman—an easy win for Gillick, who already had plenty of them in his career. Initially, the Blue Jays believed they were […]
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