Marquis Grissom
Baseball player and coach, 1995 World Series Champion
Born
April 17th, 1967
58 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played in Major League Baseball from 1989 to 2005. Primarily a center fielder, played for the Montreal Expos, Atlanta Braves, and others. Helped the Atlanta Braves win the 1995 World Series. Extensive experience as a coach after retirement, contributing to the development of players.
Won the 1995 World Series with the Atlanta Braves
Selected as an MLB All-Star in 1995
Hit over 1,800 career hits
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