Jack Spring

American baseball player and pitcher

Jack Spring - American baseball player and pitcher
Born

1933
92 years ago

Died

August 2nd, 2015
10 years ago — 82 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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The individual played professional baseball primarily as a pitcher. Major League Baseball career spanned several seasons during the 1950s and 1960s. Played for teams including the Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals. Contributed to the sport through various performances and played an essential role within the teams during his career.

Played for the Chicago Cubs

Played for the St. Louis Cardinals

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