About Dick Coffman
Lived 1906 – 1972 (aged 65). Dick Coffman was an American baseball player.
Samuel Richard Coffman (December 18, 1906 – March 24, 1972) was an American Major League Baseball pitcher with the Washington Senators, St. Louis Browns, New York Giants, Boston Bees and Philadelphia Phillies between 1927 and 1945. Coffman batted and threw right-handed. He was born in Veto, Alabama. Coffman's brother, Slick, also pitched in the major leagues.
Career In a 15-season career, Coffman posted a 72–95 record with a 4.65 ERA and 38 saves in 472 appearances (132 as a starter). In 1938, he led the National League in appearances (51), saves (12) and games finished (35). His only ejection in Major League Baseball (MLB) came on August 15, 1934, when he was ejected by homeplate umpire Harry Geisel for arguing balls and strikes.
Death Coffman died in Athens, Alabama, at the age of 65.
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Who was Dick Coffman?
American baseball player
When was Dick Coffman born?
Dick Coffman was born on 18 December 1906 in Veto.
When did Dick Coffman die?
Dick Coffman died on 24 March 1972 in Athens.
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Dick Coffman was a baseball player.
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Dick Coffman was American.
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