Santiago Rosario

Baseball player and coach

Santiago Rosario - Athletes & Sports Figures born 1939
Born

1939
87 years ago

Died
Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Puerto Rico

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A Puerto Rican-American baseball player and coach, contributed significantly to the sport during the 20th century. Played for multiple Minor League teams and served as a coach after his playing career. Instrumental in the development of players and worked within various baseball organizations, enhancing training and skill development for future athletes.

Played in the Minor Leagues

Coached at various levels

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