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“My parents didn't raise me to be a professional player. They raised me to be a good person.”

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Mark Prior, born on September 7, 1980, is an accomplished American professional baseball player. Known for his exceptional pitching skills and potential, he gained recognition during his career. Prior was selected by the Chicago Cubs as the first overall pick in the 2001 MLB Draft, marking the beginning of his professional baseball journey. more

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