About Joe Durso
Lived 1924 – 2004 (aged 80). Joe Durso was an American journalist and sports journalist.
Joseph P. Durso (June 22, 1924 – December 31, 2004) was an American sportswriter for The New York Times from 1950 until his death, most noted for his coverage of baseball.
Born in New York City, he was awarded the J. G. Taylor Spink Award in 1995.
He died at the age of 80.
His son, Peter Durso, was the Director or Promotions and Traveling Secretary for the Toronto Blue Jays in their early years from 1977 to 1979.
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Who was Joe Durso?
American sportswriter (1924-2004)
When was Joe Durso born?
Joe Durso was born on 22 June 1924 in New York City.
When did Joe Durso die?
Joe Durso died on 31 December 2004.
What was Joe Durso's occupation?
Joe Durso was a journalist and sports journalist.
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Joe Durso was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joe Durso. https://biography.guide/joe-durso-journalist/
MLA: "Joe Durso." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/joe-durso-journalist/.
Chicago: "Joe Durso." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/joe-durso-journalist/.
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