Moose Skowron

Baseball player and World Series champion

Moose Skowron - Baseball player and World Series champion
Born

December 18th, 1930
94 years ago

Died

2012
13 years ago — 82 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

Links & References

Played as a first baseman in Major League Baseball, with notable stints at the New York Yankees and Chicago White Sox. Contributed to the Yankees' success during the 1950s, participating in multiple World Series victories. Developed a reputation for solid defense and powerful hitting, establishing a significant presence in the league during his career.

Won five World Series titles with the New York Yankees

Selected as an All-Star in 1957

Played for the New York Yankees and Chicago White Sox

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