Dave Bancroft
Baseball player and manager
Born
April 20th, 1891
134 years ago
Died
1972
53 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played major league baseball as a shortstop from 1915 to 1930. Managed several teams after retiring as a player, including the New York Giants and the San Francisco Seals. Elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1971, recognizing contributions as an accomplished defensive player and leader on the field.
Played for the Philadelphia Phillies
Managed the New York Giants
Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame
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