Jack Cullen

American baseball player, pitcher for Astros

Jack Cullen - American baseball player, pitcher for Astros
Born

October 6th, 1939
85 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional baseball player, played as a pitcher from 1962 to 1963. Cullen had a career in Major League Baseball primarily with the Houston Astros. He was recognized for his contributions on the mound during the early years of the franchise.

Pitched for the Houston Astros

Played in Major League Baseball from 1962-1963

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