Jerry Lumpe

Baseball player and coach

Jerry Lumpe - Baseball player and coach
Born

June 2nd, 1933
91 years ago

Died

2014
11 years ago — 81 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A baseball player and coach, played as a second baseman and infielder in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1952 to 1966. Teams included the New York Yankees, Kansas City Athletics, Detroit Tigers, and the Chicago White Sox. Transitioned to a coaching role after retirement from playing, contributing to team development and guiding younger players. Also had a career in minor league baseball as a manager and coach, emphasizing player growth and skill development.

Played for the New York Yankees from 1952-1953

Part of the 1962 World Series Championship team with the New York Yankees

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