Roger Clemens celebrates birthday, reflecting on Yankees and Hall of Fame career
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 4:30 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Roger Clemens, known as 'The Rocket,' celebrates his 64th birthday on August 4, 2026. Over a 24-season MLB career, he achieved significant milestones, including 354 wins and a record seven Cy Young Awards. Clemens also had notable tenures with the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees, winning a World Series with the Yankees in 1999. His legacy includes both impressive statistics and a controversial presence in the game, highlighted by pivotal moments during his career and a lasting impact on both franchises.
- •Clemens was born on August 4, 1962, in Dayton, Ohio.
- •He played for the Yankees from 1999-2003 and in 2007.
- •Clemens is third all-time in career strikeouts with 4,672.
- •He won two World Series titles with the Yankees.
- •His legendary 1986 season includes an AL MVP and Cy Young Award.
- 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees Birthday of the Day: Roger Clemens
""The Rocket" built one of baseball's greatest pitching résumés before helping anchor the Yankees dynasty.
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