Greg Colbrunn

Baseball player and coach, coached Marlins

Greg Colbrunn - Baseball player and coach, coached Marlins
Born

July 26th, 1969
56 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a first baseman and designated hitter in Major League Baseball from 1992 to 2005. Played for teams such as the Minnesota Twins, the Florida Marlins, the Colorado Rockies, and the New York Yankees. Transitioned into coaching after his playing career, serving as a hitting coach for various teams, including the Miami Marlins. Contributed to the development of players and strategies in professional baseball, emphasizing offensive skills and team performance.

Played for the Florida Marlins in 1997 World Series

Served as hitting coach for Miami Marlins

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