Brant Alyea

Baseball player with the Washington Senators

Brant Alyea - Baseball player with the Washington Senators
Born

December 8th, 1940
84 years ago

Died

2024
1 years ago — 84 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional baseball player, primarily played as an outfielder. Debuted in Major League Baseball in 1964 with the Washington Senators. Played for several teams during a career that spanned over a decade. Known for contributions to the teams played for and for a respectable batting average during his time in the league.

Played for the Washington Senators

Had a batting average of .253

Participated in 1969 All-Star Game

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