Les Moss
Baseball player and manager, All-Star
Born
1925
100 years ago
Died
August 29th, 2012
13 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played professional baseball primarily as a catcher from the 1940s to 1950s. Managed multiple teams, including the Detroit Tigers and the Chicago White Sox. Contributed to the development of players and coaching staff throughout a lengthy career in baseball. Also served as a scout for various organizations, sharing expertise and knowledge of the game.
Played in Major League Baseball as a catcher
Managed the Detroit Tigers and Chicago White Sox
Coached in the majors and minors
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