Burleigh Grimes
Baseball player and manager with 1931 win
Born
August 18th, 1893
131 years ago
Died
December 6th, 1985
39 years ago — 92 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Burleigh Grimes was an American baseball player and manager. Active as a pitcher in Major League Baseball from 1916 to 1934, he played for several teams including the Chicago Cubs, St. Louis Cardinals, and Brooklyn Dodgers. Grimes achieved notable success in 1931 by winning a World Series championship with the St. Louis Cardinals. After his playing career, he transitioned into a managerial role, working with teams such as the New York Yankees and the Milwaukee Brewers. Grimes was a member of the inaugural Hall of Fame class of 1964, reflecting his significance in the sport.
Winning the 1931 World Series with the St. Louis Cardinals
Being inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1964
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