Joe Cronin

Joseph Edward Cronin (October 12, 1906 - September 7, 1984) was an American professional baseball player, manager and executive. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a shortstop, most notably as a member of the Boston Red Sox. Cronin spent more than 48 years in baseball, culminating with 14 years as president of the American League (AL).

During his 20-year playing career (1926-1945), Cronin played for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Washington Senators and Boston Red Sox. He was a player-manager for 13 seasons (1933-1945) and served as manager for two additional seasons (1946-1947). A seven-time All-Star, Cronin was the first AL player to become an All-Star with two teams. He was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1956.

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Joseph Edward Cronin (October 12, 1906 - September 7, 1984) was an American professional baseball player, manager and executive. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a shortstop, most notably as a member of the Boston Red Sox. Cronin spent more than 48 years in baseball, culminating with 14 years as president of the American League (AL).

During his 20-year playing career (1926-1945), Cronin played for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Washington Senators and Boston Red Sox. He was a player-manager for 13 seasons (1933-1945) and served as manager for two additional seasons (1946-1947). A seven-time All-Star, Cronin was the first AL player to become an All-Star with two teams. He was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1956.

Subject ID: 131279

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