About Jess Cortazzo
Lived 1904 – 1963 (aged 58). Jess Cortazzo was an American baseball player.
John Francis "Jess" Cortazzo (September 26, 1904 – March 4, 1963), also known as "Shine", was an American professional baseball player. He was a shortstop for one season with the Chicago White Sox. For his career, he appeared in one game and was retired in his only at bat.
He was born in Wilmerding, Pennsylvania and died in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at the age of 58.
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Who was Jess Cortazzo?
American baseball player (1904-1963)
When was Jess Cortazzo born?
Jess Cortazzo was born on 26 September 1904 in Wilmerding.
When did Jess Cortazzo die?
Jess Cortazzo died on 4 March 1963 in Pittsburgh.
What was Jess Cortazzo's occupation?
Jess Cortazzo was a baseball player.
What nationality was Jess Cortazzo?
Jess Cortazzo was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jess Cortazzo. https://biography.guide/jess-cortazzo/
MLA: "Jess Cortazzo." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jess-cortazzo/.
Chicago: "Jess Cortazzo." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jess-cortazzo/.
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