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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