Mickey McDermott

Baseball player and coach with the Red Sox

Mickey McDermott - Baseball player and coach with the Red Sox
Born

1929
96 years ago

Died

August 7th, 2003
22 years ago — 74 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played in Major League Baseball primarily as a pitcher during the 1940s and 1950s. Debuted with the Boston Red Sox in 1944 and had multiple stints with various teams, including the Chicago White Sox and the Detroit Tigers. Transitioned to coaching after his playing career, imparting knowledge and experience to young players. McDermott's career spanned almost a decade, during which he contributed to the development of baseball at various levels.

Played for the Boston Red Sox

Coached in Major League Baseball

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