Buddy Myer
Baseball player and All-Star infielder
Born
Died
1974
52 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as a second baseman and shortstop in Major League Baseball. Debuted in 1925 and played for the Washington Senators and the Boston Red Sox. Achieved All-Star status in 1935. Had a notable batting average of .303 during his career, contributing significantly to the teams during the 1920s and 1930s.
Selected as an All-Star in 1935
Achieved a .303 career batting average
Played for the Washington Senators
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