Smoky Burgess
American baseball player
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About Smoky Burgess
Despite his chubby frame, which was unlike that of an average pro baseball player, Smoky Burgess became one of the MLB’s best hitters in history.
Baseball Career
After an amateur career with the Chicago Cubs, Burgess made his MLB debut in April 1949. Two years later, he joined the Cincinnati Reds and the Philadelphia Phillies. It was during his time with the Phillies that he developed his skill and by 1954 he was called the “unofficial batting champion.” Between 1959-1967, he played for the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Chicago White Sox before announcing his retirement.
Career Highlights
Burgess was a nine-time All-Star and won the 1960 World Series championship. He was inducted into the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame in 1975, as well as the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame in 1978.
Family
He was married to Margaret Burgess and they had a son, Larry. Burgess passed away in 1991.Smoky Burgess Rank
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F.A.Q. about Smoky Burgess
When is his birthday?
Smoky Burgess' birthday is on February 6, 1927.
In how many days is his birthday?
Smoky Burgess' birthday is in 286 days
How old was Smoky Burgess when he died?
He was 64 years old.
When did he die?
He died in September 15, 1991.
How old would he be today?
Smoky Burgess would be 97 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Smoky Burgess from?
He was born in Caroleen, North Carolina, U.S..