Ted Simmons, Date of Birth, Place of Birth

Ted Simmons

American baseball player and coach

Date of Birth: 09-Aug-1949

Place of Birth: Highland Park, Michigan, United States

Profession: baseball player

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Ted Lyle Simmons (born August 9, 1949) is an American former professional baseball player and coach.
A switch-hitter, Simmons was a catcher for most of his Major League Baseball (MLB) career with the St.
Louis Cardinals (1968–80), the Milwaukee Brewers (1981–85) and the Atlanta Braves (1986–88).
Although he was often overshadowed by his contemporary, Johnny Bench, Simmons is considered one of the best hitting catchers in MLB history.
While he didn't possess Bench's power hitting ability, he hit for a higher batting average.
A volatile competitor with an intense desire to win, Simmons once fought with teammate John Denny during a game at Busch Memorial Stadium, in the runway between the club house and the dugout.At the time of his retirement, Simmons led all catchers in career hits and doubles and ranked second in RBIs behind Yogi Berra and second in total bases behind Carlton Fisk.
He also retired with the National League record for home runs by a switch-hitter despite playing several years in the American League.
Simmons hit .300 seven different times, hit 20 home runs six times, and caught 122 shutouts, eighth-most all-time.
He was elected into the Baseball Hall of Fame in December 2019.