Jay Ward
Baseball player and manager
Born
September 9th, 1938
86 years ago
Died
October 12th, 1989
35 years ago — 51 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A baseball player, coach, and manager. Played as a catcher in Major League Baseball from 1960 to 1963 for the Chicago White Sox. Transitioned into coaching, serving various roles in the minor leagues and eventually as a manager. Highlighted the ability to develop young talent and foster team dynamics. Contributed to baseball through coaching positions in several farm systems.
Played catcher for the Chicago White Sox
Managed teams in the minor leagues
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