Whitey Lockman
Baseball player and manager, All-Star
Born
Died
2009
16 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A baseball player, coach, and manager, contributed to Major League Baseball for several decades. Played as a first baseman and outfielder primarily for the New York Giants and later for the Chicago Cubs. Achieved an All-Star selection in 1952 while with the Giants and participated in the 1954 World Series championship. Transitioned into coaching and management roles, including positions with the Cubs and as a minor league manager after retiring as a player.
Selected as an All-Star in 1952
Played in the 1954 World Series with the Giants
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