Joe Nuxhall

Baseball player and sportscaster

Joe Nuxhall - Baseball player and sportscaster
Born

July 30th, 1928
96 years ago

Died

November 15th, 2007
17 years ago — 79 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Debuted in Major League Baseball at age 15 as a pitcher for the Cincinnati Reds. Played in the MLB for 16 seasons and established a long career in broadcasting for the Reds, becoming a familiar voice on their radio broadcasts. Nuxhall's early start made him one of the youngest players in baseball history, and he featured prominently in the 1961 All-Star Game. His contributions to the sport extended beyond playing, becoming a respected commentator and beloved figure in the Cincinnati community.

Debuted in MLB at age 15 with the Reds

Played for the Cincinnati Reds from 1944 to 1961

Served as a long-time sportscaster for the Reds

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