Larry Dierker
Baseball player and manager, 1969 All-Star
Born
September 22nd, 1946
78 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball for the Houston Astros from 1964 to 1977. Achieved All-Star status in 1969. Managed the Astros from 1997 to 2001, leading the team to playoff appearances. Transitioned to a broadcasting career following retirement from managing.
Pitched for the Houston Astros
Managed the Houston Astros
Selected as an All-Star in 1969
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