Random Thoughts Mr. Stengel goes to Washington – part 2

Casey Stengel’s life was dedicated to the sport of baseball. In addition to managing four major league teams, Stengel also worked for several years during his career as a minor league manager.

Prior to becoming a manager, Stengel was an accomplished player. A left-handed outfielder, Stengel played 1,277 games in the major leagues between 1912 and 1925. He wore the uniform of five National League teams: the Brooklyn Dodgers, Pittsburgh Pirates, Philadelphia Phillies, New York Giants, and Boston Braves.

His career statistics as a major leaguer show that he produced 1,219 hits – almost one per ga...

 

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