Ted Simmons

Baseball player and coach, Hall of Famer

Ted Simmons - Baseball player and coach, Hall of Famer
Born

August 9th, 1949
75 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A former professional baseball player and coach, this individual played the catcher position primarily for the St. Louis Cardinals and the Atlanta Braves during a 21-year career in Major League Baseball. He was an integral part of the Cardinals' 1982 World Series championship team. After retiring as a player, he transitioned into coaching, serving as a hitting coach and advisor for various teams. His contributions to the game were further recognized with induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2020.

Played for St. Louis Cardinals and Atlanta Braves

Won the 1982 World Series

Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2020

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