Marius Russo
American baseball pitcher and player
Born
July 19th, 1914
110 years ago
Died
2005
20 years ago — 91 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Marius Russo was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball (MLB). He debuted with the New York Yankees in 1939 and played for the team until 1942. Russo contributed to the Yankees' success during this period, appearing in multiple World Series. After his tenure with the Yankees, he continued his career with the Chicago White Sox and other teams. His pitching skills and tactical approach made him a valuable player on the mound. Russo also spent time in the minor leagues and served in the military during World War II, which affected his career trajectory. After returning from the service, he continued to play professionally until the early 1950s.
Played for the New York Yankees
Part of multiple World Series winning teams
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