Tom Herr

Baseball player and manager, 1982 All-Star

Tom Herr - Baseball player and manager, 1982 All-Star
Born

April 4th, 1956
69 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played baseball as a second baseman in Major League Baseball, primarily for the St. Louis Cardinals. Achieved recognition as an All-Star in 1982. Transitioned to a managerial role in minor league baseball after retirement from playing. Managed several teams within the minor leagues, contributing to player development.

Selected as an All-Star in 1982

Played for the St. Louis Cardinals

Managed multiple minor league teams

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