Dallas Green

Baseball player and manager with a World Series title

Dallas Green - Baseball player and manager with a World Series title
Born

August 4th, 1934
90 years ago

Died

2017
8 years ago — 83 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

Links & References

Played professional baseball as a pitcher. Managed the Philadelphia Phillies to a World Series championship in 1980. Also served as a manager for the New York Mets and the Chicago Cubs. Contributed to player development and scouting in various roles after managing. Recognized for significant influence in team dynamics and development during his career.

Managed the Philadelphia Phillies to a World Series title in 1980

Played for the Philadelphia Phillies and the Washington Senators

Served as a scout and advisor for multiple MLB teams

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