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In the olden days, the umpire didn't have to take any courses in mind reading. The pitcher told you he was going to throw at you.
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Birth: | 27th July, 1905 |
Death: | 7th October, 1991 |
Nationality: | American |
Profession: | Baseball Player |
Leo Ernest Durocher was an American infielder and manager in Major League Baseball. Upon his retirement, he ranked fifth all-time among managers with 2,009 career victories, second only to John McGraw in National League history. Durocher still ranks tenth in career wins by a manager. A controversial and outspoken character, Durocher's career was dogged by clashes with authority, umpires, and the press.
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