About Chris Van Cuyk
Lived 1927 – 1992 (aged 65). Chris Van Cuyk was an American baseball player.
Christian Gerald Van Cuyk (January 3, 1927 – November 3, 1992) was an American Major League Baseball left-handed pitcher. His older brother, Johnny Van Cuyk, also pitched in the majors.
Signed by the Brooklyn Dodgers as an amateur free agent in 1946, Van Cuyk made his Major League Baseball debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers on July 16, 1950, and appeared in his final game on August 15, 1952.
Before his entrance into professional baseball, Van Cuyk served in the US Navy during World War II.
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Who was Chris Van Cuyk?
American baseball player (1927-1992)
When was Chris Van Cuyk born?
Chris Van Cuyk was born on 3 January 1927 in Kimberly.
When did Chris Van Cuyk die?
Chris Van Cuyk died on 3 November 1992 in Hudson.
What was Chris Van Cuyk's occupation?
Chris Van Cuyk was a baseball player.
What nationality was Chris Van Cuyk?
Chris Van Cuyk was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Chris Van Cuyk. https://biography.guide/chris-van-cuyk/
MLA: "Chris Van Cuyk." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/chris-van-cuyk/.
Chicago: "Chris Van Cuyk." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/chris-van-cuyk/.
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