Darren Daulton
Baseball catcher and World Series champion
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United States
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A professional baseball catcher played for the Philadelphia Phillies and the Florida Marlins during a career spanning from 1983 to 1997. Daulton was instrumental in the Phillies' success, helping the team reach the 1993 World Series. He later won a championship with the Marlins in 1997. In addition to his on-field contributions, Daulton also served as a team leader and mentor to younger players, influencing the game beyond just statistics.
Appeared in the 1993 World Series with the Philadelphia Phillies
Won the 1997 World Series with the Florida Marlins
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