Tony Malinosky
Baseball player and World War II soldier
Born
1909
117 years ago
Died
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played Major League Baseball as a shortstop from 1939 to 1942, primarily with the Brooklyn Dodgers. Served in the United States Army during World War II. Returned to professional baseball in 1946, playing for the Dodgers once more. Achieved a notable batting average in the minor leagues and contributed to various teams throughout his career. Later transitioned to coaching and scouting.
Played for the Brooklyn Dodgers
Served in World War II
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