Harry Danning
Baseball player and coach, Giants icon
Born
September 6th, 1911
113 years ago
Died
November 29th, 2004
20 years ago — 93 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A prominent figure in Major League Baseball, played as a catcher for the New York Giants from 1933 to 1942. After retiring from playing, transitioned into coaching and contributed to the development of young talent. Danning was an All-Star selection in 1943, showcasing his skills on the field. Throughout his career, he made significant contributions to the team's successes.
Played for the New York Giants
Selected as an All-Star in 1943
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