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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