Ed Konetchy
Baseball player and manager; World Series champion
Born
1885
141 years ago
Died
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as a first baseman in Major League Baseball. Teams included the St. Louis Cardinals, Pittsburgh Pirates, and Chicago Cubs. Participated in the 1926 World Series, contributing to the Cardinals' victory. Later transitioned to a managerial role and led minor league teams, honing the skills of emerging players. His career spanned over a decade, during which he displayed consistent performance and leadership on and off the field.
Won the 1926 World Series with the St. Louis Cardinals
Managed several minor league teams
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