Danny Cox
Baseball player and coach
Born
September 21st, 1959
65 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball player and coach, he played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball from 1986 to 1998. Key playing stints included the St. Louis Cardinals, where he contributed to the team's pitching staff. Transitioned into coaching after retirement, serving in various capacities in minor league baseball and contributing to player development. His experience in the game informed his coaching techniques and approach to mentoring young players.
Played for the St. Louis Cardinals
Coached in minor league baseball
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