Duke Snider
Baseball player with Dodgers championship
Born
September 19th, 1926
98 years ago
Died
February 27th, 2011
14 years ago — 84 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A prominent baseball player, manager, and sportscaster during a celebrated career, achieved significant recognition while playing for the Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodgers in Major League Baseball. Snider was a vital player during the Dodgers' successful years, contributing to their World Series championships in 1955, 1959, and 1963. Post-retirement, served as a sportscaster, sharing insights on the game. Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1980.
Played for the Brooklyn Dodgers
Won World Series titles in 1955, 1959, and 1963
Inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame in 1980
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