Eddie Collins
Baseball player and manager with accolades
Born
May 2nd, 1887
137 years ago
Died
March 25th, 1951
74 years ago — 63 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A distinguished baseball player and manager, excelled as a second baseman in Major League Baseball. Played primarily for the Philadelphia Athletics and Chicago White Sox, achieving significant success during the early 20th century. Collected over 3,300 hits throughout a career spanning nearly three decades. Managed the Chicago White Sox after his playing career, contributing to the team's strategy and performance during a transformative period in baseball. Inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1949, reflecting a legacy of excellence in the sport.
Achieved a .333 batting average over career
Played key roles in three World Series titles
Inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame
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