Joe Cunningham
American baseball player and coach
Born
August 27th, 1931
94 years ago
Died
2021
4 years ago — 90 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An accomplished baseball player and coach, this individual played primarily as an outfielder in Major League Baseball during the 1950s and 1960s. Notably played for the St. Louis Cardinals and the Chicago White Sox. Transitioned to coaching after retirement from playing, contributing to the development of future athletes in the sport.
Played for the St. Louis Cardinals
Played for the Chicago White Sox
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