Willie Jones
Baseball player and All-Star third baseman
Born
August 16th, 1925
100 years ago
Died
October 18th, 1983
41 years ago — 58 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played third base for the Philadelphia Phillies and the New York Mets during a career spanning from 1947 to 1962. Made a significant contribution to teams with great defensive skills and offensive abilities. Selected to the National League All-Star team in 1950. After retirement, became involved in coaching and youth baseball programs.
Selected to the National League All-Star team in 1950
Played for the Philadelphia Phillies
Played for the New York Mets
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