Bob Shaw

Baseball player and manager, 1969 All-Star

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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