What is ricky bottalico?

Ricky Bottalico is a former professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1994 to 2005. He was born on August 26, 1969, in New Britain, Connecticut. Bottalico was known for his aggressive pitching style and fiery personality on the field.

Bottalico was drafted by the Philadelphia Phillies in the 1991 MLB Draft and made his MLB debut with the team in 1994. He spent the majority of his career with the Phillies, also playing for the St. Louis Cardinals, Kansas City Royals, Arizona Diamondbacks, and New York Mets.

Throughout his career, Bottalico was primarily used as a relief pitcher and recorded 117 saves and a 3.99 ERA in 591 appearances. He was named an All-Star in 1996 while playing for the Phillies.

After retiring from playing, Bottalico transitioned into a career as a baseball analyst and commentator. He has worked for various sports networks, providing analysis and commentary on MLB games. Bottalico is known for his candid and insightful analysis of the game.