Allen Sothoron

Baseball player and manager

Allen Sothoron - Baseball player and manager
Born

April 27th, 1893
132 years ago

Died

June 17th, 1939
86 years ago — 46 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball from 1914 to 1922. Teams included the St. Louis Cardinals, the Chicago White Sox, and the Washington Senators. Transitioned into coaching and managed teams in the minor leagues after retiring from playing. Also served as a scout for various organizations, assisting in player development and evaluation.

Played for the St. Louis Cardinals

Played for the Washington Senators

Managed minor league teams

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