This is the story behind the 66-year-old who wants to be the oldest pitcher to play MLB
Tom Wright still believes that, even at the age of 66, he still can offer something to a MLB team with his unique knuckleball.
66-year-old Tom Wright, is attempting to become the oldest player in Major League Baseball history and is primarily focusing on being a knuckleball pitcher.
His journey is not just about baseball—it’s also a statement about health, longevity, and defying age-related expectations.
This is a 65-year-old knuckleball pitcher whose attempting to be the oldest person to ever play Major League Baseball pic.twitter.com/iz5QWCAm0M
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Wright promotes a holistic wellness philosophy called BodyMindSpirit, which he claims has helped him maintain the physical and mental fitness needed to compete at a professional level. His training videos showcase his pitching technique, strength routines, and lifestyle habits, all designed to inspire older adults to stay active and pursue ambitious goals.
The veteran pitcher has played in minor leagues and also had a spell in Mexico’s top leagues as he pursues his dream of becoming the oldest player in MLB with his knuckleball a key weapon.
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