Chris Cannizzaro
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Christopher John (Chris) Cannizzaro (born May 3, 1938 in Oakland, California) is a former backup catcher in Major League Baseball who played for the St. Louis Cardinals (1960-1961), New York Mets (1962-1965), Pittsburgh Pirates (1968), San Diego Padres (1969-1971[start], 1974), Chicago Cubs (1971[end]) and Los Angeles Dodgers (1972-1973). He batted and threw right handed.
In a 13-season career, Cannizzaro posted a .235 batting average with 18 home runs and 169 RBI in 740 games played.
Highlights
- 1969 National League All-Star
- Was an original member of the 1962 New York Mets
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