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Joe Pepitone

baseball player

Born: Died: American

Joseph Anthony Pepitone (October 9, 1940 – March 13, 2023) was an American professional baseball first baseman and outfielder who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the New York Yankees, Houston Astros, Chicago Cubs, and Atlanta Braves from 1962 to 1973 and for the Yakult Atoms of Nippon Professional Baseball in 1973. Pepitone was a three-time MLB All-Star and won three Gold Glove Awards.

Notable For

American baseball player

Joe Pepitone's Historical Timeline

  1. Joe Pepitone 2nd NY Yankee to hit 2 HRs in 1 inning (Joe DiMaggio)

    Joe Pepitone 2nd NY Yankee to hit 2 HRs in 1 inning (Joe DiMaggio)

  2. Joe Pepitone quits NY Yankees after being fined $500 for leaving the bench

    Joe Pepitone quits NY Yankees after being fined $500 for leaving the bench

  3. Joe Pepitone dies

    Joe Pepitone, American baseball player, known for american baseball player, died on 2023-03-13.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Joe Pepitone born?
Joe Pepitone was born on 1940-03-13 (American).
What is Joe Pepitone known for?
American baseball player
What historical events involved Joe Pepitone?
Joe Pepitone was involved in 3 recorded historical events, including Joe Pepitone 2nd NY Yankee to hit 2 HRs in 1 inning (Joe DiMaggio), Joe Pepitone quits NY Yankees after being fined $500 for leaving the bench, Joe Pepitone dies.
When did Joe Pepitone die?
Joe Pepitone died on 2023-01-01.

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