Bobby Parnell
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About
Hard-throwing reliever who made his MLB debut for the New York Mets in 2008 and took over closing duties in 2013.
Before Fame
He was a starter in the minor leagues before being converted to the bullpen.
Trivia
Former veteran teammate Jason Isringhausen taught him to throw a knuckle-curve, giving him the secondary pitch he needed to be more effective.
Family Life
He grew up in Salisbury, North Carolina.
Associated With
He joined speedy shortstop Jose Reyes on the Mets in 2008.
