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Currently, Phil Niekro is 84 years, 11 months and 28 days old. Phil Niekro will celebrate 85rd birthday on a Monday 1st of April 2024. Below we countdown to Phil Niekro upcoming birthday.
Popular As | Phil Niekro |
Occupation | Baseball Player |
Age | 84 years old |
Zodiac Sign | Aries |
Born | April 1, 1939 (OH) |
Birthday | April 1 |
Town/City | OH |
Nationality | OH |
Phil Niekro’s zodiac sign is Aries. According to astrologers, the presence of Aries always marks the beginning of something energetic and turbulent. They are continuously looking for dynamic, speed and competition, always being the first in everything - from work to social gatherings. Thanks to its ruling planet Mars and the fact it belongs to the element of Fire (just like Leo and Sagittarius), Aries is one of the most active zodiac signs. It is in their nature to take action, sometimes before they think about it well.
Phil Niekro was born in the Year of the Rabbit. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Rabbit enjoy being surrounded by family and friends. They’re popular, compassionate, sincere, and they like to avoid conflict and are sometimes seen as pushovers. Rabbits enjoy home and entertaining at home. Compatible with Goat or Pig.
5-time All-Star pitcher who won 318 games and struck out 3,342 batters throughout his 24-year MLB career, spent mostly with the Atlanta Braves.
He grew up in Bridgeport, Ohio, where he became friends with future NBA star John Havlicek.
He threw a no-hitter against the San Diego Padres on August 5, 1973.
His younger brother Joe Niekro also pitched in the majors and made the All-Star game in 1979.
He won the Roberto Clemente Award in 1980, which is given to players that excel in sportsmanship and community involvement.