Vince DiMaggio

Baseball player and manager,1939 All-Star

Vince DiMaggio - Baseball player and manager,1939 All-Star
Born

1912
113 years ago

Died

October 3rd, 1986
38 years ago — 74 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played Major League Baseball primarily as a center fielder from 1937 to 1948, with significant tenures at the Pittsburgh Pirates and the New York Giants. Achieved an All-Star selection in 1939. Transitioned to managing and served in various roles including minor league manager. Additionally, contributed to baseball as a scout after retirement from playing.

Played for the Pittsburgh Pirates and New York Giants

Selected as an All-Star in 1939

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