Sal Maglie
Baseball player and coach, 1950 All-Star
Born
April 26th, 1917
108 years ago
Died
December 28th, 1992
32 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played professional baseball as a right-handed pitcher. Competed in Major League Baseball primarily for the New York Giants and the Brooklyn Dodgers. Achieved notable success in the 1950 season, earning an All-Star selection. Transitioned into coaching after retirement from playing, contributing to the development of younger players. Garnered respect in both playing and coaching capacities throughout a career spanning over two decades.
Selected as an All-Star in 1950
Played for the New York Giants
Played for the Brooklyn Dodgers
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