Paul O'Neill
Baseball player and sportscaster
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Died
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Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as an outfielder in Major League Baseball, primarily with the New York Yankees. Contributed to the team's success in the late 1990s, winning four World Series titles. After retirement, transitioned to sports broadcasting, providing analysis and commentary for Yankee games.
Won four World Series titles with the New York Yankees
Selected as an All-Star in 1990
Batted over .300 in multiple seasons
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