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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