Bret Boone
Baseball Player and Manager, All-Star
An American baseball player and manager. Played as a second baseman and is recognized for an eleven-season Major League Baseball (MLB) career. Played for several teams including the Seattle Mariners, San Diego Padres, and Cincinnati Reds. Achieved three All-Star selections and won a Gold Glove Award during his career. After retirement, transitioned to managing, including a role as a hitting coach for various teams.
Selected as an All-Star in 1998, 2001, and 2003
Earned a Gold Glove Award in 2003
Contributed to the Seattle Mariners' 2001 season with a franchise record 116 wins
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Ecumenical Patriarch and theologian
Born
April 6th, 1886 139 years ago
Died
July 7th, 1972 53 years ago — 86 years old
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April 6th, 1917 108 years ago
Died
2011 15 years ago — 94 years old
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German organist and composer of cantatas
Born
April 6th, 1660 365 years ago
Died
June 5th, 1722 303 years ago — 62 years old
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Actress and singer in 1950s films
Born
April 6th, 1929 96 years ago
Died
August 7th, 1972 53 years ago — 43 years old
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Born
April 6th, 1892 133 years ago
Died
August 29th, 1981 44 years ago — 89 years old
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Coastal and offshore engineering expert
Born
April 6th, 1930 95 years ago
Died
2025 1 years ago — 95 years old
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