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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