Ron Kittle
Baseball player; 1983 Rookie of the Year
Born
January 5th, 1958
67 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played in Major League Baseball from 1982 to 1991. Primarily played as an outfielder. Best known for time with the Chicago White Sox. Received the 1983 American League Rookie of the Year award. Managed in the minor leagues after retirement from playing.
Received the 1983 American League Rookie of the Year award
Played for the Chicago White Sox
Participated in over 700 Major League games
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