Hal Smith
Baseball player and coach, All-Star
Born
December 7th, 1930
94 years ago
Died
April 12th, 2014
10 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as a catcher in Major League Baseball from 1956 to 1965, representing teams such as the St. Louis Cardinals, Pittsburgh Pirates, and Kansas City Athletics. Achieved an All-Star selection in 1963 while with the Pirates. Transitioned to coaching after an active playing career, contributing to the development of players in minor league systems.
Selected as an All-Star in 1963
Played for the St. Louis Cardinals
Played for the Pittsburgh Pirates
Coached in various minor league teams
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