Donn Clendenon
Baseball player and lawyer, World Series MVP
Born
July 15th, 1935
90 years ago
Died
2005
20 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Born in 1935, a notable baseball player who played as a first baseman and outfielder. Played for the Pittsburgh Pirates, New York Mets, and Montreal Expos during a career spanning from 1959 to 1972. Achieved significant recognition as a member of the 1969 New York Mets team that won the World Series, where earned Most Valuable Player honors. After retiring from baseball, pursued a career in law and was active in various community initiatives.
Won the World Series with the New York Mets in 1969
Earned World Series MVP honors in 1969
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