Walker Cooper

Baseball player and manager; All-Star

Walker Cooper - Baseball player and manager; All-Star
Born

January 8th, 1915
110 years ago

Died

April 11th, 1991
33 years ago — 76 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a catcher in Major League Baseball from 1938 to 1957. Spent significant time with the St. Louis Cardinals, contributing to World Series victories in 1942 and 1944. Selected as an All-Star in 1942 and recognized for his performance on the field. Transitioned to a managerial role after retirement, leading various teams until the mid-1970s.

Won World Series with St. Louis Cardinals in 1942

Won World Series with St. Louis Cardinals in 1944

Selected as an All-Star in 1942

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