Brad Ausmus
Baseball player and manager, 2014 All-Star

Born
April 14th, 1969
55 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball catcher and manager, played primarily for the Detroit Tigers, San Diego Padres, and Houston Astros during a career spanning from 1993 to 2010. Transitioned to managing, taking the helm of the Tigers from 2014 to 2017. Achieved notable success in his playing career as a two-time Gold Glove Award winner and an All-Star selection in 2014. Before his professional career, played college baseball at Dartmouth College and was recognized as an Ivy League standout.
Played for the Detroit Tigers
Managed the Detroit Tigers
Selected as a 2014 All-Star
Won two Gold Glove Awards
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