Freddie Fitzsimmons
Baseball player and coach for the Giants
Born
July 28th, 1901
124 years ago
Died
November 18th, 1979
45 years ago — 78 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball player, coach, and manager, this individual played as a right-handed pitcher in Major League Baseball. Debuting in 1925, contributions were primarily with the New York Giants. Transitioning into coaching, this figure influenced the game as a batting coach for several teams, including the Chicago Cubs and the New York Mets, and managed at the minor league level. The individual also served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, balancing military service with a sports career.
Played for the New York Giants from 1925 to 1943
Coached for the Chicago Cubs and New York Mets
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