Mickey Sullivan
Baseball player and coach
Born
1932
93 years ago
Died
March 22nd, 2012
13 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as a professional baseball player in Major League Baseball, primarily as an outfielder. Sullivan had a playing career spanning from the late 1940s into the early 1950s, including time spent with the Chicago Cubs and the Philadelphia Phillies. After retiring from playing, transitioned into coaching, contributing to the development of players in various minor league teams. Served as a manager in the minor leagues, influencing the careers of numerous athletes.
Played for the Chicago Cubs
Played for the Philadelphia Phillies
Managed minor league baseball teams
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