Jim Hughes

Baseball player and manager with a notable career

Jim Hughes - Baseball player and manager with a notable career
Born

1923
102 years ago

Died

August 13th, 2001
23 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

Links & References

Played professional baseball primarily as a catcher in Major League Baseball. Managed teams in the minor leagues after retiring as a player. Contributed to multiple teams throughout a career that spanned several decades, showing leadership both on and off the field. Guided players in the development of their skills and strategies while managing various teams in the league. Retired from professional involvement after a career that left a significant mark within the baseball community.

Played for the St. Louis Cardinals

Managed the Columbus Jets

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