Roy Sievers

Baseball player with AL MVP award

Roy Sievers - Athletes & Sports Figures born November 18th, 1926
Born
Died

2017
9 years ago — 91 years old

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Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as an outfielder and first baseman in Major League Baseball from 1949 to 1965. Started career with the Washington Senators and later played for the St. Louis Cardinals, Philadelphia Phillies, and Chicago White Sox. Achieved recognition by winning the American League Most Valuable Player award in 1949. Notably performed during the 1950s, contributing significantly to the teams he played for.

Won the American League MVP in 1949

Played for the Washington Senators

Participated in the 1958 MLB All-Star Game

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