Bob Shaw
Baseball player and manager, 1969 All-Star
Born
June 29th, 1933
92 years ago
Died
2010
15 years ago — 77 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball player and manager, contributed to Major League Baseball during the 1950s to the 1970s. Played primarily as a pitcher and made the 1969 All-Star team while with the Chicago White Sox. Transitioned into coaching and management, serving in various roles for multiple teams. Notably managed in the minor leagues to develop upcoming talent for Major League clubs.
Played as a pitcher for the Chicago White Sox
Named to the 1969 All-Star team
Managed minor league teams to develop players
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