Bill Virdon
Baseball player and manager with Pirates
Born
Died
2021
4 years ago — 90 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball player, coach, and manager who played primarily as an outfielder in Major League Baseball. Spent a significant part of a playing career with the St. Louis Cardinals, where he contributed to the team's success in the 1950s. Transitioned to a management role and achieved considerable success, notably managing the Pittsburgh Pirates to a World Series title in 1971. The career spanned over several decades, with a reputation for strong defensive skills and leadership on and off the field.
Won a World Series with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1971
Played for the St. Louis Cardinals and others
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