Tom Jones
Baseball player and manager
Baseball player and manager
1923
102 years ago — 46 years old
Athletes & Sports Figures
United States
American baseball player and manager, participated in Major League Baseball from 1900 to 1909. Played primarily as an infielder for teams including the Philadelphia Athletics and the Chicago Cubs. Transitioned to managerial roles after playing, leading various minor league teams. Contributed to the sport through both playing and management.
Played for the Philadelphia Athletics
Managed several minor league teams
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