Tom Burgmeier
Baseball player and coach, 1974 All-Star
Born
August 2nd, 1943
82 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played Major League Baseball as a relief pitcher from 1969 to 1981. Teams included the Kansas City Royals, California Angels, and the New York Mets. Selected as an All-Star in 1974 while with the Royals. Transitioned to coaching after retirement, contributing to various clubs in different capacities. Also worked in the front office for the Minnesota Twins.
Selected as an All-Star in 1974
Compiled a career ERA of 3.64 over 12 seasons
Served as a coach in Major League Baseball
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