Joe Cunningham

American baseball player and coach

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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