Rich Gedman

Baseball player and coach, Red Sox

Rich Gedman - Baseball player and coach, Red Sox
Born

September 26th, 1959
65 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a catcher in Major League Baseball, primarily with the Boston Red Sox. Debuted in 1980 and retired in 1993. Transitioned to coaching after retirement, contributing to various minor league teams and serving in a player development role.

Played for the Boston Red Sox from 1980 to 1985

Served as a coach in minor league baseball

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