Ozzie Smith
Baseball shortstop and sportscaster
Born
December 26th, 1954
70 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball shortstop, played 19 seasons in Major League Baseball, primarily for the St. Louis Cardinals. Renowned for defensive skills, earned 13 Gold Glove Awards consecutively. Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2002. Transitioned into sportscasting following retirement, providing analysis and commentary on baseball programs.
Played for the St. Louis Cardinals
Won 13 Gold Glove Awards
Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame
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