Gary Gaetti

Baseball player, coach, and manager

Gary Gaetti - Baseball player, coach, and manager
Born

August 19th, 1958
66 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A former professional baseball player, coach, and manager. Played primarily as a third baseman in Major League Baseball. Achieved significant success with the Minnesota Twins, winning the World Series in 1991. Transitioned into coaching roles after retirement, contributing to various teams in the minor leagues and in professional organizations.

Won the World Series with the Minnesota Twins in 1991

Selected as an All-Star twice during MLB career

Awarded the Gold Glove Award for defensive excellence

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