Cory Bailey

Cory Bailey, born in 1971, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1993 to 2002. He played in Major League Baseball during an era marked by offensive dominance and the emergence of power-hitting players. Bailey made a name for himself with a solid pitching repertoire and an ability to keep hitters off balance, finishing his career with a record of 9-10 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.96. Over the course of his time in the league, he accumulated 150 strikeouts and recorded one save, showcasing his versatility on the mound. Bailey's playing style was characterized by his command and poise, which allowed him to effectively navigate through lineups during a time when hitters were increasingly focused on power. Although he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, Bailey's contributions to his teams were significant, particularly in high-pressure situations as a reliable arm in the bullpen and rotation. His journey through the major leagues reflected the challenges and triumphs faced by pitchers in the late 1990s and early 2000s, a period that saw both the evolution of batting techniques and the strategic approaches to pitching.