Johnny Sain

Baseball player and coach with Braves

Johnny Sain - Baseball player and coach with Braves
Born

1917
108 years ago

Died

November 7th, 2006
19 years ago — 89 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball for the Boston Braves, St. Louis Cardinals, and New York Yankees. Transitioned to coaching, contributing to the development of pitching staffs for various teams. Achieved success as a player, including All-Star selections and a significant role in the Braves' 1948 pennant win. Later, coaching positions further solidified a legacy in professional baseball.

Three-time All-Star selection

Pitcher for the 1948 National League Champion Braves

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