Craig Counsell
Baseball manager; led Milwaukee Brewers
Born
August 21st, 1970
55 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played Major League Baseball as an infielder for various teams including the Florida Marlins and Arizona Diamondbacks. Achieved success as a player by winning the World Series in 1997 with the Marlins and in 2001 with the Diamondbacks. Transitioned into coaching, serving as the manager of the Milwaukee Brewers. Under management, led the Brewers to multiple playoff appearances, including the National League Championship Series in 2018.
Won the World Series in 1997
Won the World Series in 2001
Managed the Milwaukee Brewers to the 2018 NLCS
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