Jay Hughes

Baseball player and coach

Jay Hughes - Baseball player and coach
Born

January 22nd, 1874
151 years ago

Died

1924
101 years ago — 50 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A baseball player and coach with an extensive career in the sport. Played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball from 1895 to 1906, representing teams such as the Chicago Cubs and the Cincinnati Reds. Transitioned into a coaching role after retiring from playing, contributing to the development of players and teams through various coaching positions.

Played for the Chicago Cubs

Played for the Cincinnati Reds

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