Willie Wilson

Baseball player and manager, Kansas City Royals

Willie Wilson - Baseball player and manager, Kansas City Royals
Born

July 9th, 1955
69 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional baseball player and manager, Wilson played the majority of his career as an outfielder for the Kansas City Royals in Major League Baseball. Debuting in 1976, he contributed to the team’s success during the 1980s, including a spectacular performance in the 1985 World Series, where the Royals clinched the championship against the St. Louis Cardinals. Wilson earned three All-Star selections and established himself as a notable leadoff hitter, leading the American League in hits in 1980. After his playing career, he transitioned into coaching and management roles, helping to develop future players and contributing to the sport off the field.

Played for the Kansas City Royals

Won the 1985 World Series

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