Tom Nieto

Baseball player and manager

Tom Nieto - Baseball player and manager
Born

October 27th, 1960
64 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a catcher in Major League Baseball from 1982 to 1990. Represented the St. Louis Cardinals, Montreal Expos, and the New York Mets. Transitioned into coaching and managing, serving in various roles in the minor leagues and the MLB. Managed the Arkansas Travelers and served on coaching staff for multiple teams, contributing to player development and team strategy.

Played for the St. Louis Cardinals

Managed minor league teams

Coached in Major League Baseball

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