- Baseball manager of the American League's New York Yankees (1961-1963, 1966-1973), Detroit Tigers (1974-1978), and Boston Red Sox (1981-1984). Also played for the Yankees, 1947-1954.
- Served in US Army where he attained the rank of major and was awarded the Silver Star, Bronze Star and Purple Heart.
- Worked as a consultant for the Tigers and the Twins after he retired.
- Is of Polish ancestry.
- Was the Yankees general manager from 1964 to 1966.
- Was a player-coach for the Yankees in the early 1950's.
- Won American League pennants in his first three seasons as Yankees manager.
- Made major league debut on 26 April 1947.
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