Carl Furillo

Baseball player, Brooklyn Dodgers star

Carl Furillo - Baseball player, Brooklyn Dodgers star
Born

March 8th, 1922
103 years ago

Died

January 21st, 1989
36 years ago — 66 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional baseball player, played as an outfielder for the Brooklyn Dodgers from 1940 to 1960. Joined the team after serving in World War II. Part of the Dodgers' historic 1955 World Series championship victory. Known for significant contributions to the team's success during the 1940s and 1950s. Earned All-Star selections and a reputation as a strong hitter and fielder.

Played for the Brooklyn Dodgers during their 1955 World Series win

Named an All-Star multiple times

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