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A.J. Burnett

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  • New York Yankees starting pitcher A.J. Burnett pitches during game four of the 2011 ALDS against the Detroit Tigers. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-US PRESSWIRE
  • New York Yankees starting pitcher A.J. Burnett throws to first base in the fifth inning in game four of the 2011 ALDS against the Detroit Tigers. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-US PRESSWIRE
  • New York Yankees pitcher A.J. Burnett (34) delivers a pitch against the Kansas City Royals during the first inning at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter G. Aiken-US PRESSWIRE
    • A. J. Burnett

    Burnett during a pre-game warmup
    Pittsburgh Pirates – No. 34
    Starting Pitcher
    Born: (1977-01-03) January 3, 1977 (age 35)
    North Little Rock, Arkansas
    Bats: Right Throws: Right 
    MLB debut
    August 17, 1999 for the Florida Marlins
    Career statistics
    (through May 16, 2012)
    Win–loss record     122–113
    Earned run average     4.12
    Strikeouts     1,822
    Teams
    • Florida Marlins (1999–2005)
    • Toronto Blue Jays (2006–2008)
    • New York Yankees (2009–2011)
    • Pittsburgh Pirates (2012–present)
    Career highlights and awards
    • Pitched a no-hitter on May 12, 2001
    • Led AL in strikeouts in 2008
    • Led NL in shutouts in 2002
    • World Series champion (2009)

    Allan James "A. J." Burnett (born January 3, 1977) is an American professional baseball starting pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates of Major League Baseball. Previously, he played for the Florida Marlins, the Toronto Blue Jays, and the New York Yankees. He was drafted by the New York Mets in the eighth round with the 217th overall pick of 1995 amateur entry draft.

    On May 12, 2001, Burnett recorded a no-hitter in a complete game shutout against the San Diego Padres in his second start of the season.

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