Don Demeter

Professional Baseball Player, All-Star

Don Demeter - Professional Baseball Player, All-Star
Born

June 25th, 1935
89 years ago

Died

2021
4 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Debuted in Major League Baseball in 1956 and played for teams including the Detroit Tigers and Philadelphia Phillies. Made his mark as an outfielder, achieving All-Star status in 1962. Helped lead the Phillies to the National League pennant in 1964. Retired with notable statistics, contributing significantly to the teams he represented during his career.

Achieved All-Star status in 1962

Played for the Detroit Tigers and Philadelphia Phillies

Won the National League pennant in 1964

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