Mike Gallego
Baseball player and coach, Athletics
Born
October 31st, 1960
65 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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This individual played in Major League Baseball as an infielder, primarily for the Oakland Athletics. Debuting in 1985, contributions were made during the team's successful period in the late 1980s. Following a playing career that lasted until 1997, transitioned into coaching, including a role as a bench coach for the Athletics. The coaching career further included stints with other teams in the league.
Played for the Oakland Athletics
Coached in Major League Baseball
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