Delino DeShields

Baseball player and manager, MLB career

Delino DeShields - Baseball player and manager, MLB career
Born

January 15th, 1969
56 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional baseball player and manager, played in Major League Baseball from 1990 to 2002. Positions included outfielder and second baseman. Played for teams including the Montreal Expos, Texas Rangers, and the St. Louis Cardinals. Transitioned to a coaching role in baseball following retirement, contributing to player development and strategic management.

Played for the Montreal Expos and Texas Rangers

Served as a manager in the minor leagues

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