Bill Mueller
Baseball player and coach, World Series champion
Born
March 17th, 1971
53 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played professional baseball as a third baseman and designated hitter. Played for the San Francisco Giants, Chicago Cubs, and Boston Red Sox during a career spanning from 1996 to 2005. Achieved significant success with the Red Sox, contributing to the team's 2004 World Series championship. Transitioned into coaching after retirement from playing, sharing expertise with younger players and influencing their development in the sport.
Won the 2004 World Series with the Boston Red Sox
Played for the San Francisco Giants and Chicago Cubs
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