Charles Nagy

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Charles Harrison Nagy (born on May 5, 1967 in Bridgeport, Connecticut) is a former MLB all-star baseball player — a right-handed pitcher. He played for 14 seasons in the major leagues, from 1990 to 2003. His father's family is Hungarian (his father's family name Nagy means 'great', 'big' in Hungarian). His mother's family name is Harrison which is of Irish background.

Nagy attended Roger Ludlowe High School in Fairfield, Connecticut where he starred in baseball and football. He attended the University of Connecticut. He was drafted by the Cleveland Indians in the first round he was the 17th pick of the 1988 amateur draft. He was a member of the 1988 USA Olympic baseball team. He played at the major league level from the 1990 through 2002 with Cleveland. His last season, 2003, was with the San Diego Padres.

Nagy threw a 90 MPH fastball, an above-average curveball, and a changeup, and had very good command. He was usually around the plate, which made him hittable.

He is currently the pitching coach for the AAA-affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, the Salt Lake Bees. He was inducted in the Kinston Professional Baseball Hall of Fame in 2004.

Statistics:

• 6'3" tall, 200 lbs
• Bats: Left
• Throws: Right
• Position: Pitcher

[edit] References

• Charles Nagy player statistics at ESPN.com. Accessed January 31, 2006
• Career Stats

His brother is Richard Nagy who is currently the defensive coordinator for Murray State Football.