Norm Sherry

Baseball player and manager

Norm Sherry - Baseball player and manager
Born

July 16th, 1931
93 years ago

Died

2021
4 years ago — 90 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played in Major League Baseball as a catcher, making significant contributions primarily with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Transitioned into coaching and management, notably serving as the manager for the Chicago White Sox. Worked as a coach for several teams, including the California Angels, where developed young talent.

Played as a catcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers

Managed the Chicago White Sox

Coached for the California Angels

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