Vic Raschi
Baseball Player and Coach, 3-time All-Star
Baseball Player and Coach, 3-time All-Star
1988
38 years ago — 69 years old
Athletes & Sports Figures
United States
Played in Major League Baseball primarily for the New York Yankees from 1946 to 1953. Achieved great success as a pitcher, contributing to several Yankees championships. Later served as a pitching coach for various teams, including the Kansas City Athletics. Had a notable playing career marked by performance in the World Series.
Threw for a 3.68 career earned run average
Won 129 games during his MLB career
Pitched for the New York Yankees
Played in three All-Star games
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