Elston Howard
American baseball player and coach (1929-1980) · United States · On the map · Athletes · Died at 51
Elston Gene Howard was an American professional baseball player who was a catcher and a left fielder. During a 14-year baseball career, he played in the Negro leagues and Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1948 through 1968, primarily for the New York Yankees.
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About this person
A 12-time All-Star, he also played for the Kansas City Monarchs and the Boston Red Sox. Howard served on the Yankees' coaching staff from 1969 to 1979.
Country
United States
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1929 to 1980 · aged 51
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