Mike Gallego

Baseball player and coach, Athletics

Mike Gallego - Baseball player and coach, Athletics
Born

October 31st, 1960
64 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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