Dave Philley
Baseball player and manager in MLB
Born
1920
106 years ago
Died
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played professional baseball as an outfielder from 1940 to 1959. Had significant roles with the Philadelphia Phillies, Chicago White Sox, and Baltimore Orioles. Transitioned to managing in the minor leagues after retirement from playing. Also worked as a coach at various levels of baseball.
Played for the Philadelphia Phillies
Managed in the minor leagues
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