Jeff Torborg, former big league catcher and manager, dies at 83
Jeff Torborg, the former catcher who caught Sandy Koufax’s perfect game and was the 1990 AL manager of the year with the Chicago White Sox, died Sunday
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Jeff Torborg, 1990 AL Manager of the Year and 10-year MLB catcher, dies at 83
As a player, Torborg caught a Sandy Koufax perfect game and Nolan Ryan no-hitter. He managed five MLB clubs over 11 seasons.Yahoo Sports - 10h -
Torborg, former catcher and manager, dies at 83
Jeff Torborg, who caught Sandy Koufax's perfect game and was the 1990 AL Manager of the Year with the White Sox, died Sunday.ESPN - 6h -
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Brenton Wood, 'Oogum Boogum Song' crooner who captivated Latino listeners, dies at 83
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