Curt Ford

Baseball player and manager

Curt Ford - Baseball player and manager
Born

October 11th, 1960
64 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Professional baseball player and manager, primarily played as an outfielder in Major League Baseball (MLB). Played for the St. Louis Cardinals, Philadelphia Phillies, and the Seattle Mariners during a career that spanned from 1985 to 1992. Transitioned into a coaching role following retirement from playing, contributing to the development of players in various capacities within the sport.

Played for St. Louis Cardinals

Managed minor league teams

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