Felipe Alou
Baseball player and manager with Giants
Born
May 12th, 1935
90 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Dominican Republic
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A Dominican-American baseball player, coach, and manager, this individual had a notable career in Major League Baseball. As a player, highlighted achievements included stints with the San Francisco Giants, Milwaukee Braves, and New York Yankees. Transitioning into coaching and management, led the San Francisco Giants and the Montreal Expos, becoming the first Latino manager in Major League Baseball history. Contributed to the sport through his commitment to developing player talent and fostering strong team dynamics.
Played for the San Francisco Giants
Managed the San Francisco Giants
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