John Tamargo

Baseball player and coach

John Tamargo - Baseball player and coach
Born

November 7th, 1951
73 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played professional baseball as a catcher in Major League Baseball, primarily for the Pittsburgh Pirates and the New York Mets. Transitioned to coaching after retiring from playing, serving in various roles for several teams including the Florida Marlins and the Tampa Bay Devil Rays. His coaching career contributed to the development of several players in the leagues.

Played as a catcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates

Coached for the Florida Marlins

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