Niekro Phil Vedic birth chart profile
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Niekro Phil

★ April 1, 1939 · Painesville, Ohio
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Moon Sign
Leo
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Sun Sign
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Ascendant
Gemini
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Nakshatra
Magha
Birth Star
Current Dasha · Saturn / Sun / Saturn · Sep 2026 – Nov 2026
SportsLeadership RolesCareer - software engineerDestiny Number 11Soul Number 4Personality Number 6Kabbalah Number 1Poor Health
Biography

Who is Niekro Phil?

American baseball pitcher who played 24 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Milwaukee/Atlanta Braves (1964–1983), New York Yankees (1984–1985), Cleveland Indians (1986–1987), Toronto Blue Jays (1987) and Atlanta Braves (1987). He made his professional league debut on 16 April 1964 as a pitcher for the Milwaukee Braves, a team which, two years later, became the Atlanta Braves. He played until 1983, returning for one year in 1987. In the interim he wore the New York Yankees uniform for a year and then played for the Cleveland Indians. He ended his career in 1987 playing for the Toronto Blue Jays. Niekro was admitted to the Hall of Fame in 1997. Nicknamed "Knucksie" for his fluttering knuckleball, he was the master of the fastball as well. He was selected for five All-Star teams, was awarded five Gold Glove awards, and pitched 121 winning games after the age of 40, the most of anyone in that age 40+ category. After he retired from pro baseball he managed the all-women Colorado Silver Bullets baseball team. His brother Joe, also a pitcher with a deadly knuckleball, died of a brain aneurysm at age 61 on 27 October 2006. Joe was born on 7 November 1944 according to the Ohio Birth Index. On 26 December 2020, Niekro died in his sleep at age 81. He had been diagnosed with cancer. Link to Wikipedia biography
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Phil Niekro (Niekro Phil)

Public profile for Philip Henry Niekro, a celebrated Major League Baseball pitcher renowned for his knuckleball.

Basic facts

  • Born: April 1, 1939 (Saturday). Birthplace records vary; some sources list Painesville, United States.
  • Died: December 26, 2020
  • Known for: Knuckleball pitching and a long, storied MLB career
  • Hall of Fame: Inducted in 1997

Career highlights

Phil Niekro spent the bulk of his career as a starting pitcher, spanning the 1960s through the 1980s. He became one of the most famous practitioners of the knuckleball, a pitch that helped him accumulate a lengthy and productive career. He was a multiple-time All-Star and part of one of baseball’s notable pitching families (his brother Joe Niekro also pitched in the majors).

Teams

Throughout his career, Niekro played for several organizations, most prominently the Braves franchise ( Milwaukee/Atlanta ). Detailed team history and seasons are available on MLB and Baseball-Reference resources.

Legacy and impact

Beyond wins and losses, Niekro’s knuckleball influenced generations of pitchers and remains a symbol of longevity in the game. His induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame cemented his place in baseball history.

News and media

News coverage of Phil Niekro is primarily historical in nature following his passing in 2020. Obituaries and retrospectives highlighted his pitching style, longevity, and contributions to the sport.

Social media and public presence

There are no official personal social media accounts for Phil Niekro. Public information is typically found through team history pages, the Baseball Hall of Fame, and established sports databases. Fans and historians maintain profiles and tributes on dedicated platforms.

Public profiles and references

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Which Raj Yogas are in Niekro Phil's birth chart?

4 FOUND

Niekro Phil's chart shows 4 Raj Yogas, including Gaja Kesari Yoga, Budhaditya Yoga-Weak, Vijaya Yoga.

Planetary Combinations
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Which dasha is Niekro Phil running now?

VIMSHOTTARI

Niekro Phil is currently in the Saturn mahadasha, running from Sep 6, 2026 to Nov 1, 2026.

PREVIOUSJul 21, 2026 - Sep 6, 2026
Saturn / Sun / Jupiter
NOWSep 6, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026
Saturn / Sun / Saturn
NEXTNov 1, 2026 - Dec 19, 2026
Saturn / Sun / Mercury
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What do Niekro Phil's numerology numbers say?

Niekro Phil's core numbers are Destiny 11, Soul Urge 4, Personality 6, Kabbalah Number 1.

◎Destiny
11

Chaldean Destiny 11 indicates inspired expression and intuitive leadership. It supports visionary guidance, teaching, and spiritual creativity when grounded.

❖Soul Urge
4

Chaldean Soul 4 desires stability and certainty. It seeks routine, reliability, and a grounded structure to feel secure.

◇Personality
6

Chaldean Personality 6 appears caring, responsible, and protective. Others often see harmony-making and relationship commitment.

∞Kabbalah Number
1

Kabbalah Number 1 reflects an inner spiritual code of initiative and self-direction. It supports willpower, clarity, and a strong identity path.

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Life Events & Planetary Transits

Key events mapped against the active Dasha and planetary transits at the time.

1997
Career
Prize 1997 (Hall of Fame)
2006
Death
Death of Sibling 27 October 2006 (Brorther Joe)
2020
Death
Other Death 26 December 2020 (In his sleep, age 81)
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