Joe Ginsberg

American baseball player with notable career

Joe Ginsberg - American baseball player with notable career
Born

1926
99 years ago

Died

November 2nd, 2012
12 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional baseball player, Ginsberg played primarily as a catcher in Major League Baseball. His career spanned from 1950 to 1962, during which he played for teams including the Detroit Tigers, Kansas City Athletics, and the Chicago White Sox. Ginsberg was known for his defensive skills and ability to manage pitchers. He accumulated a total of 310 hits in his MLB career, contributing to the teams he played for in various capacities. After retiring as a player, he continued to be involved in baseball through coaching and mentoring young athletes.

Played for the Detroit Tigers

Competed in Major League Baseball from 1950 to 1962

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