Tom Prince
Baseball player and manager, World Series champion
Born
August 13th, 1964
60 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An American baseball player and manager, made significant contributions to the sport during the 1990s. Played as a catcher for several Major League Baseball teams, including the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Philadelphia Phillies. Transitioned to a managerial role following a playing career, leading various minor league teams. Achieved a World Series championship as a player with the New York Yankees in 1996.
Played for the Pittsburgh Pirates
Won the World Series with the New York Yankees in 1996
Managed various minor league teams
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