Tom Alston

Baseball player with St. Louis Cardinals

Tom Alston - Baseball player with St. Louis Cardinals
Born

January 31st, 1926
99 years ago

Died

1993
32 years ago — 67 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Debuted in Major League Baseball in 1954. Played first base for the St. Louis Cardinals. Contributed to the team's efforts during the 1954 season. Transitioned to a coaching role after retirement from playing.

Played for the St. Louis Cardinals

Debuted in MLB in 1954

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