Fred Gladding
Baseball player and pitching coach
Born
1936
90 years ago
Died
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played Major League Baseball as a pitcher for multiple teams including the Detroit Tigers, Houston Astros, and New York Mets. Transitioned to coaching, serving as a pitching coach for the Houston Astros and New York Mets. Contributed to the development of many players throughout his coaching career. Enjoyed a long tenure in professional baseball both as a player and a coach.
Played for the Detroit Tigers
Served as pitching coach for the Houston Astros
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