Mariano Rivera Coaster

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Fun Facts About Mariano Rivera

1. Mariano Rivera is one of the greatest relief pitchers in baseball history; having played for the New York Yankees over his storied 19-year career.
2. He was born on November 29th 1969 in Panama City, Panama before being signed by the Yankees as an amateur free agent in February of 1990.
3. While he began his career as a starter – making his Major League debut on May 23rd 1995 – it wasn’t until 1997 season that he truly established himself as formidable force out of bullpen when Joe Torre moved him to closer role where he quickly become arguably best relief pitcher ever posting unprecedented numbers over ensuing 14 seasons (1997-2010) which included five World Series titles and six AL Rolaids Relief Man Awards (eclipsing Sparky Lyle’s record of four awards).
4. During these years, Rivera became most feared reliever to ever step onto mound while also setting numerous all time records including: most saves (652), lowest ERA among relievers (2.21) & lowest batting average against (.204) while also becoming only pitcher in history to appear in three consecutive All Star games ((1999-2001).
5. On July 15th 2011 River achieved one of greatest feats in sports history when exiting Fenway Park after throwing final inning at sacred grounds, feeling like he belonged there as if that was his sole purpose; notching 649th save of career and officially leaving stamp on New York Yankees rich history forevermore.
6. After retirement from playing, Rivera went into coaching where he continued to influence younger generations with sage wisdom & a keen eye for details; ultimately leading him to be inducted into Baseball Hall Of Fame alongside Ted Simmons & Harold Baines on the 25th July 2019 – thus marking 37th year since entering its hallowed gates on August 8th 1982 with former Negro Leagues Pitcher Leon Day among others

Coasters are an ideal home décor accent, crafted with attention to detail and quality. Each coaster boasts an authentic card hand-mounted onto the high-quality ceramic tile measuring 4.25 x4.25 inches in size and 0.25 inches thick. With careful selection of each card by Jake and Dean, the beauty and character is sure to impress! The tiles are then sealed with a bio-based resin for unbeatable protection, while the natural cork backing gives it that finished touch and makes it easy to showcase anywhere.