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What Happened This Year 2010

All Events 99 Births 1 Deaths 560

People Who Died in 2010

Jacques Swaters

Race car driver and team manager

Born

October 30th, 1926 99 years ago

Died

2010 16 years ago — 84 years old

Competed in sports car racing during the mid-20th century. Achieved prominence in the Mille Miglia and the 24 Hours of Le Mans, participating with Ferrari and later managing the Scuderia Filipinetti team. Contributed to the development and promotion of motor racing in Belgium and Europe. Transitioned from driving to team management, guiding several successful drivers in endurance racing.

Bobby Bragan

Baseball player and manager

Born

October 30th, 1917 108 years ago

Died

2010 16 years ago — 93 years old

A professional baseball player, coach, and manager, Bragan played as a catcher in Major League Baseball. His playing career spanned from 1940 to 1949, including time with the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Philadelphia Phillies. After retiring as a player, he transitioned into coaching and management roles, serving as a manager for teams such as the Texas Rangers and the Milwaukee Braves. He was recognized for his contributions to the game and his leadership in developing young talent.