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John Joseph McGraw (April 7, 1873 – February 25, 1934) was an American Major League Baseball (MLB) player and manager who was for almost thirty years manager of the New York Giants. He was also the third baseman of the pennant -winning 1890s Baltimore Orioles teams, noted for their innovative, aggressive play.
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- April 7, 1873
John McGraw (born April 7, 1873, Truxton, New York, U.S.—died February 25, 1934, New Rochelle, New York) was an American professional baseball player and manager who led the New York Giants to 10 National League championships.
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John McGraw was a player-manager who led the New York Giants to 10 NL pennants and three World Series titles. He pioneered many tactics still used in baseball today and was known for his fiery personality and ejections.
Jan 4, 2012 · Learn about the life and career of John McGraw, one of the most influential figures in the Deadball Era. He played and managed in the NL and AL, won three World Series, and developed the strategy of inside baseball.
Dec 1, 2007 · The legendary NPR sports commentator and Sports Illustrated journalist retells the story of an unusual friendship between two towering figures in baseball...
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John McGraw. Position: Manager. Born: April 7, 1873 in Truxton, NY. Died: February 25, 1934 in New Rochelle, NY. School: St. Bonaventure University (St. Bonaventure, NY) Hall of Fame: Inducted as Manager in 1937. (Voted by Centennial Committee) Induction ceremony in Cooperstown held in 1939. Full Name: John Joseph McGraw.
