Mike Sirotka, who turns 54 today, is often remembered for being acquired in one of the worst trades in Blue Jays history when David Wells was traded to the White Sox. Sirotka, a successful pitcher for Chicago, had a promising record but suffered a shoulder injury that ended his career. The Jays faced criticism for the lack of physical checks, and Wells, after a mediocre period with the Sox, moved to the Yankees. While it saved money for the Jays, neither team truly benefited from the trade.
Sirotka would never pitch in the majors again.
None of this was Sirotka's fault, so Happy Birthday, Mike.
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