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Johnny Podres
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Born
September 30
,
1932
·
Witherbee, New York, USA
Died
January 13
,
2008
·
Glens Falls, New York, USA
(heart and kidney problems and a leg infection)
Birth name
John Joseph Podres
Height
5′ 11″ (1.80 m)
Mini Bio
Johnny Podres was born on September 30, 1932 in Witherbee, New York, USA. He was married to Joan Taylor. He died on January 13, 2008 in Glens Falls, New York, USA.
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Joan Taylor
(February 12, 1966 - January 13, 2008) (his death, 2 children)
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Known for his changeup, which he taught for many years as a pitching coach.
Pitched in Major Leagues for Brooklyn/Los Angeles Dodgers (1953-1966), Detroit Tigers (1966-1967), and San Diego Padres (1969)
Three-time National League All-Star and 1955 World Series MVP.
Made major league debut on 17 April 1953.
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