Ray Jablonski
Baseball player, 1954 World Series champion
Born
December 17th, 1926
98 years ago
Died
1985
40 years ago — 59 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball player, played primarily as a third baseman. Played in Major League Baseball from 1949 to 1963. Played for teams including the St. Louis Cardinals, where he won the 1954 World Series. Contributed to the success of the teams during his career with solid hitting and defensive skills. Completed his playing career with the San Francisco Giants and the Chicago White Sox. After retiring, remained connected to baseball through various roles, including coaching and teaching.
Won the 1954 World Series with the St. Louis Cardinals
Played for the San Francisco Giants and Chicago White Sox
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