Brett Tomko
Brett Tomko
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Brett Alan Tomko is a former Major League Baseball (MLB) pitcher, known professionally as Brett Tomko.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on April 7, 1973, in Billings, Montana. Unfortunately, there is no record of his passing.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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American professional baseball player and coach.
Early Life and Background
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Growing up in a small town in Montana, Brett Tomko developed a passion for sports from an early age. His athletic prowess earned him a scholarship to play college baseball at the University of Southern California (USC), where he was drafted by the Cincinnati Reds in 1995.
Major Accomplishments
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Tomko's MLB career spanned over a decade, with stints on several teams including the Reds, San Francisco Giants, Seattle Mariners, Milwaukee Brewers, and Arizona Diamondbacks. Notable achievements include:
A 19-9 win-loss record in the 2002 season
All-Star selection in 2002
* A career-high 5 shutouts
Notable Works or Actions
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Tomko's most notable works are his performances on the mound, but he also made headlines for being involved in a bench-clearing brawl against the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2001.
Impact and Legacy
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Brett Tomko's impact on baseball extends beyond his playing days. He has inspired countless young athletes with his dedication to the sport and his perseverance through challenges. As a coach, he continues to share his expertise and passion for the game with the next generation of players.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Brett Tomko is widely remembered for his impressive baseball career, but also for being an inspiration to those around him. His quotes and stories are often shared in sports media outlets, highlighting his commitment to hard work and perseverance. As a respected figure in the baseball community, Tomko's words carry weight, offering valuable insights into the world of professional sports.
Quotes by Brett Tomko
A guy hits a 3-2 change and takes it to dead center, you've got to tip your cap, ... The mistake was the walk before it.
A guy hits a 3-2 change and takes it to dead centre, you've got to tip your cap. The mistake was the walk before it.
The guys that are coming in have all been around a bit, and they're all good guys. I don't think there's going to be a feeling-out period. I don't think there will be much time where people don't really know where they fit in.
You could almost see it coming. When it rains it pours. Granted, I'm pitching well and my ERA is dropping, but you want wins. Everybody knows I'm a free agent and pitching for a job next year. When you're not getting the wins you should get, it makes you feel like punching a wall.
I know everybody is going to write that I haven't won since July 22. I wish everybody would also look at the numbers and write the rest of the story.
I'm going into the offseason showing I can pitch and this is what you'll get from me. I'm making my statement.
It was a nice way to end it. I got over 190 innings and got my ERA down. I've got some things to take into the winter and have a little firepower on my side. ... I told Felipe (Alou), 'This is my game, I want to go back out.' I hadn't won in a long time.
It's not fun to give up a couple runs and lose. But we're still in it. Until we get in a plane and go home on the last day of the season, we're still in it.