Butch Wynegar
Baseball player and coach, MLB All-Star
Born
March 14th, 1956
69 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball player and coach, he played catcher in Major League Baseball from 1976 to 1985. Teams include the Minnesota Twins, New York Yankees, and the Chicago White Sox. Achieved All-Star status in 1976 while with the Twins, showcasing strong defensive skills and offensive contributions. Transitioned to coaching roles after retirement, providing expertise to various minor league teams.
Selected as an All-Star in 1976
Played for the Minnesota Twins
Coached in minor league baseball
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