Ken Harrelson

Baseball player and sportscaster

Ken Harrelson - Baseball player and sportscaster
Born

September 4th, 1941
84 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a professional baseball player in Major League Baseball primarily as an outfielder and designated hitter. Played for the Kansas City Athletics, Chicago White Sox, and the Boston Red Sox during the 1960s. After retirement from playing, transitioned to a career in broadcasting, serving as a play-by-play announcer for the Chicago White Sox. Contributed to baseball commentary and analysis for several decades.

Played for the Kansas City Athletics

Played for the Chicago White Sox

Announced for the Chicago White Sox

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