Earle Combs

Baseball player and coach for the Yankees

Earle Combs - Baseball player and coach for the Yankees
Born

May 14th, 1899
126 years ago

Died

1976
49 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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An American baseball player and coach, recognized for a significant playing career in Major League Baseball. Primarily played center field for the New York Yankees from 1924 to 1935. Displayed exceptional batting skills and contributed to the Yankees' victories in the late 1920s and early 1930s. Transitioned into coaching after retiring as a player, mentoring future generations of baseball talent.

Played for the New York Yankees

Won the World Series in 1927, 1928, and 1932

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