Dick Coffman

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Dick Coffman
Pitcher
Born: December 18, 1906
Veto, Alabama
Died: March 24, 1972 (aged 65)
Athens, Alabama
Batted: Right Threw: Right
MLB debut
April 28, 1927
for the Washington Senators
Final game
June 28, 1945
for the Philadelphia Phillies
Career statistics
Pitching record     72-95
Earned run average     4.65
Strikeouts     372
Teams
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.

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