Lonnie Smith
Baseball player, World Series champion
Born
December 22nd, 1955
69 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball player played as an outfielder and designated hitter from 1978 to 1995. Played for teams including the Philadelphia Phillies, St. Louis Cardinals, and Atlanta Braves. Achieved two World Series championships, first in 1980 with the Philadelphia Phillies and then in 1991 with the Atlanta Braves. Accumulated over 1,000 hits and was recognized for versatility on the field.
Won World Series with the Philadelphia Phillies in 1980
Won World Series with the Atlanta Braves in 1991
Played for the St. Louis Cardinals
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