Stan Lopata

Baseball player and All-Star catcher

Stan Lopata - Baseball player and All-Star catcher
Born

September 12th, 1925
99 years ago

Died

2013
12 years ago — 88 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

Links & References

An American baseball player had a career primarily with the Philadelphia Phillies, serving as a catcher from 1948 to 1960. Selected to the National League All-Star team, achieved notable success in the 1950s. Contributed to the Philadelphia Phillies' 1950 National League pennant win, marking a pivotal moment for the franchise. Recorded significant statistics, becoming recognized for power-hitting catchers during the era.

Selected to the National League All-Star team in 1950

Contributed to the 1950 National League pennant win with the Philadelphia Phillies

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