John Flaherty is a former professional baseball player who played as a catcher in Major League Baseball (MLB). He was born on December 15, 1970, in Worcester, Massachusetts. Flaherty made his MLB debut in 1992 and played for several teams, including the New York Yankees, Tampa Bay Devil Rays, and San Diego Padres. After retiring from baseball, Flaherty transitioned into a career as a sports broadcaster. He has worked as a color commentator for the Tampa Bay Rays and has contributed to various sports media outlets, sharing his insights and experiences from his time in the game.