Gregg Zaun
Gregg Zaun
Full Name and Common Aliases
Gregg Joseph Zaun is a former Major League Baseball player and current sports broadcaster.
Birth and Death Dates
Born: August 14, 1972 (age 50)
No information available on death date.
Nationality and Profession(s)
Nationality: Canadian-American
Profession: Former professional baseball player, Sports broadcaster
Early Life and Background
Gregg Zaun was born in Mukilteo, Washington, to a family of athletes. His father, Joseph Zaun, played minor league baseball for the Seattle Mariners organization. Gregg's early life was marked by a strong athletic foundation, with his parents encouraging him to participate in sports from an young age.
Major Accomplishments
Zaun began his professional baseball career in 1995 with the Toronto Blue Jays. Over the course of his 16-year MLB career, he played for six teams: the Toronto Blue Jays (1995-2004), Anaheim Angels (2005), Milwaukee Brewers (2006), San Diego Padres (2008), Baltimore Orioles (2009-2010), and Tampa Bay Rays (2011). During this time, Zaun achieved several notable milestones:
He won a World Series championship with the Blue Jays in 1993 as a member of the minor league Syracuse Chiefs.
In 2006, Zaun set a franchise record for most games played by a catcher for the Milwaukee Brewers (81).
He was named to the MLB All-Star Game in 2011.Notable Works or Actions
As a broadcaster, Gregg Zaun has provided color commentary for various MLB teams. His analysis and insights offer fans a unique perspective on the game.Impact and Legacy
Gregg Zaun's legacy extends beyond his playing career and broadcasting experience. He is widely respected for his contributions to baseball and his commitment to philanthropy:
Zaun was involved in several charity initiatives, including working with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Canada.
In 2011, he partnered with a local non-profit organization to build a new Little League field in his hometown.Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Gregg Zaun's enduring popularity stems from his:
Passion for baseball: Throughout his career, Zaun demonstrated a love for the game that inspired teammates and fans alike.
Resilience: Despite facing several challenges on and off the field, Zaun persevered and continued to perform at a high level.
Philanthropic efforts: His commitment to giving back to his community has left a lasting impact.
As a respected figure in baseball, Gregg Zaun's quotes continue to be sought after by fans and media alike.
Quotes by Gregg Zaun
Gregg Zaun's insights on:
Home run, base hit, whatever. It's just nice to contribute. It was really a nice moment for me to put us ahead. More importantly, getting a win in a game like that was big for us.
I don't know, ... I don't know if he'll make a good closer. I would say he has the stuff to make a good closer, but does he have the command? I don't know. That remains to be seen. The guy's been pitching for 10-plus years professionally and he always has a high walk total. I'm not sure that lends itself to the closer role.
He started off pretty good and then the wheels just came off. I don't know. It may have been fatigue -- I don't know. We tried pretty much everything.
His fastball command was a lot better than it was the other day. He was just really aggressive. It's an attitude I'd like to see more of.
If you want to beat those guys you have to bury them. They have one big-name guy after another and they always seem to come up with big hits.
If you only give up three runs in a game against the Yankees, I'll take my chances. We didn't swing the bats great today but I think that had more to do with Mike than with anything else. He pitched a heck of a game.
I'm not worried about our bullpen at all. Those guys down there are proven and they'll be fine.
