Hank Bauer

Baseball player and manager, 1954 MVP

Hank Bauer - Baseball player and manager, 1954 MVP
Born

July 31st, 1922
103 years ago

Died

February 9th, 2007
18 years ago — 84 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A Major League Baseball player and manager, this individual played primarily as an outfielder. His career in MLB began in 1948 and included several seasons with the New York Yankees. A member of the Yankees during their championship years, this player contributed to five World Series titles from 1949 to 1953. After his playing career, transitioned into management, leading the Baltimore Orioles and earning the American League Manager of the Year award in 1964. His career accomplishments include a well-regarded tenure as a manager, demonstrating success in both playing and managing capacities.

Played for the New York Yankees, winning five World Series titles

Managed the Baltimore Orioles, named AL Manager of the Year in 1964

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