James T. Gallagher
American sportwriter and businessman
About James T. Gallagher
Lived 1904 – 2002 (aged 97). James T. Gallagher was an American.
James Timothy Gallagher (June 9, 1904 – April 9, 2002) was a sports writer and baseball executive who served as general manager of the Chicago Cubs.
Gallagher worked as a sports writer for the Chicago Herald-American. He succeeded Charles Weber as general manager of the Cubs after the 1940 season. He served in the Cubs' front office until resigning in October 1956.[Chicago Tribune, October 12, 1956, p.1]
During and after his time with the Cubs, he served on various MLB committees, on topics such as expansion and playing rules.
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Who was James T. Gallagher?
American sportwriter and businessman
When was James T. Gallagher born?
James T. Gallagher was born on 9 June 1904.
When did James T. Gallagher die?
James T. Gallagher died on 9 April 2002.
What nationality was James T. Gallagher?
James T. Gallagher was American.
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