Tony La Russa
Career Overview

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Tony La Russa's journey in baseball began as a player, but it was his managerial career that truly defined his legacy in the sport. Born on October 4, 1944, in Tampa, Florida, La Russa's early years in baseball saw him playing as an infielder. He made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut with the Kansas City Athletics in

Tony La Russa's journey in baseball began as a player, but it was his managerial career that truly defined his legacy in the sport. Born on October 4, 1944, in Tampa, Florida, La Russa's early years in baseball saw him playing as an infielder. He made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut with the Kansas City Athletics in

Career Coaching Record

MLB 1979-2021

Win-Loss

2728–2365

Win %

.536

Championships

3

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Career Timeline

1963-1971

Kansas City Athletics (AL)

Player

1971

Atlanta Braves (NL)

Player

1973

Chicago Cubs (NL)

Player

1979-2021

Chicago White Sox (MLB)

Manager

1986-1995

Oakland Athletics (MLB)

Manager

1996-2011

St. Louis Cardinals (MLB)

Manager

Personal Profile

Born Oct 4th, 1944

Bats / Throws Right / Right

Height / Weight 6' 0" 175 lbs

Position 2B · SS

Uniform #s 29 · 10 · 11 · 22 · 42 · 6

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