Mario Mendoza
Mexican baseball player and manager
Played in Major League Baseball from 1974 to 1982, primarily with the Seattle Mariners and the Chicago White Sox. Transitioned to managing in Mexican leagues after retirement from playing. Mendoza became recognized for his defensive skills and later inspired the term 'Mendoza Line' to describe a batting average that delineates a poor offensive performance.
Played in MLB for the Seattle Mariners
Played for the Chicago White Sox
Managed several teams in Mexican leagues
Inspired the term 'Mendoza Line'
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Born
December 26th, 1938 87 years ago
Died
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American historian and academic
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December 26th, 1948 77 years ago
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Born
December 26th, 1938 87 years ago
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