Steve Demeter
Baseball player and manager with Orioles
Born
January 27th, 1935
90 years ago
Died
2013
12 years ago — 78 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played in Major League Baseball as an infielder from 1958 to 1962, primarily with the Baltimore Orioles. Transitioned into coaching and managing, influencing the development of players throughout his career. Took on roles in various minor league teams after retiring as a player, contributing to the management side of baseball.
Played as an infielder for the Baltimore Orioles
Managed minor league baseball teams
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