On July 21, 1980, in Vallejo, California, CC Sabathia was born. All-star MLB pitcher who guided the 2009 World Series champion New York Yankees to victory. CC Sabathia’s pitching contributed to the Yankees’ 2015 American League Wild Card Game victory.

Up until 2013, CC Sabathia’s offer of $161 million for a seven-year contract was regarded as the highest contract ever made. CC Sabathia initially received a championship ring in 2009, making that year historic.

CC Sabathia would play at his highest level for the following several years while being limited by recurrent knee ailments.

CC Sabathia claimed that he made the decision to stay with the organization because he loved being a member of the Yankees and his family loved living nearby.

Due to knee issues, CC Sabathia had a very rough year in 2014 and was unable to play much of the season. Despite suffering from these ongoing injuries, CC Sabathia nevertheless contributed to the team’s advancement to the 2015 American League Wild Card Game.

What does CC Sabathia do now?

The future Hall of Famer and former star of the Yankees has joined Major League Baseball. CC Sabathia serve as Commissioner Rob Manfred’s special assistant and advises him on issues relating to broadcasting, player relations, diversity, equity, and inclusion, social responsibility, and youth engagement.