Jack Murphy (sportswriter), Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Jack Murphy (sportswriter)

American sportswriter

Date of Birth: 05-Feb-1923

Place of Birth: Denver, Colorado, United States

Date of Death: 24-Sep-1980

Profession: journalist, sportswriter

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Jack Murphy (February 5, 1923 – September 24, 1980) was a sports editor and columnist for the San Diego Union newspaper from 1951–1980.
Jack Murphy Stadium was named in his honor.
He was affectionately referred to by fans simply as "The Murph" and "El Murph" by Spanish speakers.