Drungo Hazewood
American baseball player, MLB outfielder
Born
September 2nd, 1959
65 years ago
Died
2013
12 years ago — 54 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An American baseball player played as an outfielder in Major League Baseball. Career spanned from 1980 to 1983. Played for the Philadelphia Phillies and the New York Mets. Developed skills in batting and fielding during college baseball. Transitioned to professional baseball after being drafted but saw limited success in the major leagues.
Played for the Philadelphia Phillies
Played for the New York Mets
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