George Frazier

Baseball player and sportscaster

George Frazier - Baseball player and sportscaster
Born

October 13th, 1954
70 years ago

Died

2023
2 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball for several teams including the St. Louis Cardinals, the Chicago Cubs, and the New York Yankees. Transitioned to a career in broadcasting after retiring from professional baseball. Contributed commentary and analysis on various sports networks, enriching the understanding of the game for audiences.

Played for the St. Louis Cardinals

Served as a sportscaster for various networks

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