Danny Gardella

Baseball player and trainer, played for Giants

Danny Gardella - Baseball player and trainer, played for Giants
Born

February 26th, 1920
105 years ago

Died

March 6th, 2005
20 years ago — 85 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Danny Gardella was a professional baseball player and trainer. His career in Major League Baseball started in 1944 with the New York Giants. He became the first player to go to court against Major League Baseball for the right to play. This legal battle disrupted his playing career but highlighted issues within the league's structure. After his playing days, he transitioned to coaching and training roles, contributing to the development of players in various capacities.

Played for the New York Giants

First player to sue MLB for playing rights

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