Moe Drabowsky

Baseball player and coach, Chicago Cubs

Moe Drabowsky - Baseball player and coach, Chicago Cubs
Born

July 21st, 1935
90 years ago

Died

2006
19 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A Polish-American baseball player and coach. Played Major League Baseball as a pitcher from 1956 to 1971. Contributed to teams such as the Chicago Cubs and the Baltimore Orioles. Transitioned to coaching after retirement and served in various roles.

Played for the Chicago Cubs and Baltimore Orioles

Participated in the 1966 World Series

Coached in various MLB organizations

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