Gus Mancuso

Gus Mancuso Gus Mancuso American baseball player, coach, scout, and broadcaster (1905–1984) For the hockey player, see Gus Mancuso (ice hockey). August Rodney Mancuso (December 5, 1905 – October 26, 1984), nicknamed "Blackie", was an American professional baseball player, coach, scout and radio sports commentator.[1] He played as a catcher in Major League Baseball with the St. Louis Cardinals (1928, 1930–32, 1941–42), New York Giants (1933–38, 1942–44), Chicago Cubs (1939), Brooklyn Dodgers (1940) and Philadelphia Phillies (1945).[1] Quick facts MLB debut, Last MLB appearance ... Gus Mancuso Catcher Born: (1905-12-05)December 5, 1905 Galveston, Texas, U.S. Died: October 26, 1984(1984-10-26) (aged 78) Houston, Texas, U.S. Batted: Right Threw: Right MLB debut April 30, 1928, for the St. Louis Cardinals Last MLB…

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