Don Gullett
Baseball player and coach, World Series champion
Born
January 6th, 1951
74 years ago
Died
2024
1 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball player and coach, achieved prominence as a pitcher in Major League Baseball. Played for the Cincinnati Reds, contributing to the team's success during the 1970s. Was part of the Reds' roster that won the World Series in 1975 and 1976. Later served as a pitching coach for various MLB teams, mentoring numerous players and influencing pitching strategies.
Won the World Series with the Cincinnati Reds in 1975
Won the World Series with the Cincinnati Reds in 1976
Served as pitching coach for several MLB teams
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