Joe Morgan

Baseball Hall of Famer and second baseman

Joe Morgan - Baseball Hall of Famer and second baseman
Born

September 19th, 1943
81 years ago

Died

2020
5 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played Major League Baseball primarily as a second baseman from 1963 to 1984. Most notable tenure was with the Cincinnati Reds, contributing to the team's success during the 'Big Red Machine' era. Helped the Reds win two World Series championships in 1975 and 1976. Earned two National League Most Valuable Player awards in 1975 and 1976. Also played for the Houston Astros and the Philadelphia Phillies, finishing his career with significant statistics.

Won two World Series titles with the Cincinnati Reds

Earned back-to-back NL MVP awards in 1975 and 1976

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