Paul Molitor
Baseball player and coach, World Series champion
Born
August 22nd, 1956
69 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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This individual played Major League Baseball primarily as a third baseman and designated hitter. His career spanned from 1978 to 1998, mainly with the Milwaukee Brewers, Toronto Blue Jays, and Minnesota Twins. Achieved significant recognition with over 3,000 hits in his career. After retirement, transitioned into coaching, including a tenure as manager for the Minnesota Twins. Received induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2004.
Accumulated over 3,000 hits in MLB
Won the 1992 World Series with the Toronto Blue Jays
Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2004
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