Rocky Bridges
Baseball player and coach with the Tigers
Born
1927
99 years ago
Died
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played Major League Baseball from 1951 to 1961, primarily as a shortstop and third baseman. Teams included the Washington Senators, Chicago White Sox, and Detroit Tigers. Transitioned to coaching after retiring from playing, contributing to teams in various capacities.
Played for the Detroit Tigers
Served as a coach in the Major Leagues
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