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Leo Ernest Durocher (French spelling Léo Ernest Durocher) ( / dəˈroʊ.ʃər /; July 27, 1905 – October 7, 1991), nicknamed " Leo the Lip " and " Lippy ", was an American professional baseball player, manager and coach. He played in Major League Baseball as an infielder.
24. BA. .247. R. 575. RBI. 567. SB. 31. OBP. .299. SLG. .320. OPS. .619. OPS+. 66. Check out the latest Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Rookie Status & More of Leo Durocher. Get info about his position, age, height, weight, draft status, bats, throws, school and more on Baseball-reference.com.
- July 27, 1905
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Known as one of baseball’s fieriest personalities who would do anything to win, Leo Durocher did just that: Win. Over 24 years as a skipper for the Brooklyn Dodgers, New York Giants, Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros, Durocher won 2,008 total games, three pennants and a World Series.
Feb 14, 2017 · The 1947 season could have provided an opportunity for Durocher to shine along with Brooklyn’s new star. Instead, the Time cover would be the highlight of Durocher’s 1947 season. His unerring ability to find trouble and draw attention removed him from a landmark season in baseball history.
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- Leo Ernest Durocher
- 07-27-1905 (Leo)
- West Springfield, Massachusetts
- The All-American Out, The Lip
Jan 4, 2012 · Durocher found success in both playing and managing, winning World Series titles while playing shortstop for the 1928 Yankees and 1934 Cardinals, and then as the manager of the 1954 Giants. He won National League pennants, but no world championships, with the 1941 Brooklyn Dodgers and the 1951 Giants.
Oct 7, 1991 · Leo Durocher. Position: Manager. Born: July 27, 1905 in West Springfield, MA. Died: October 7, 1991 in Palm Springs, CA. Hall of Fame: Inducted as Manager in 1994. (Voted by Veteran's Committee)