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Walker Cooper

American baseball player and coach (1915-1991) · United States · On the map · Athletes · Died at 76

William Walker Cooper was an American professional baseball catcher and manager. He played in Major League Baseball as a catcher from 1940 to 1957, most notably as a member of the St. Louis Cardinals with whom he won two World Series championships.

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ClubYears
Pittsburgh Pirates1954
Chicago Cubs1954-1955
Cincinnati Reds1949-1950
St. Louis Cardinals1940-1945

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An eight-time All-Star, Cooper was known as one of the top catchers in baseball during the 1940s and early 1950s. His elder brother Mort Cooper, also played in Major League Baseball as a pitcher.

Country
United States
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1915 to 1991 · aged 76