Clay Carroll

Baseball pitcher, 1969 All-Star

Clay Carroll - Baseball pitcher, 1969 All-Star
Born

May 2nd, 1941
83 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional baseball pitcher, achieved significant recognition during a career spanning the 1960s and 1970s. Played for multiple teams, with notable seasons at the Cincinnati Reds and Atlanta Braves. During the 1969 season, earned an All-Star selection, highlighting performance on the field. Contributed to the Reds' success in the early 1970s, particularly the 1970 team that reached the World Series.

Selected as an All-Star in 1969

Played for the Cincinnati Reds and Atlanta Braves

Part of the 1970 Cincinnati Reds team that reached the World Series

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