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Dick Coffman Pitcher Born: December 18, 1906
Veto, AlabamaDied: March 24, 1972 (aged 65)
Athens, AlabamaBatted: Right Threw: Right MLB debut April 28, 1927 for the Washington Senators Last MLB appearance June 28, 1945 for the Philadelphia Phillies Career statistics Win-loss record 72-95 Earned run average 4.65 Strikeouts 372 Teams - Washington Senators (1927, 1932)
- St. Louis Browns (1928-1932, 1933-1935)
- New York Giants (1936-1939)
- Boston Braves (1940)
- Philadelphia Phillies (1945)
Career highlights and awards Samuel Richard (Dick) Coffman (December 18, 1906 - March 24, 1972) was a middle relief pitcher in Major League Baseball. From 1927 through 1945, he played for the Washington Senators (1927, 1932), St. Louis Browns (1928–1932, 1933–1935), New York Giants (1936–1939), Boston Braves (1940) and Philadelphia Phillies (1945). Coffman batted and threw right-handed. He was born in Veto, Alabama.
In a 15-season career, Coffman posted a 72-95 record with a 4.65 ERA and 38 saves in 472 appearances (132 as a starter).
Coffman died in Athens, Alabama, at the age of 65.
Best Season
- 1938: Led National League in appearances (51), saves (12) and games finished (35)
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