Charles William Tanner (July 4, 1928 – February 11, 2011) was an American professional baseball player and manager. He played as a left fielder in Major League Baseball. He was known for his unwavering confidence and infectious optimism. He managed the Pittsburgh Pirates to a World Series championship in 1979. He last served as a senior adviser to Pirates general manager Neal Huntington.
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Charles William Tanner 4 July 1929 New Castle, PA
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Died |
11 February 2011 (aged 81)
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Zodiac | Cancer |
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