Jeff Newman (American baseball player)

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Jeffrey Lynn Newman (born September 11, 1948, in Fort Worth, Texas) was a utility player with a 9 year career from 1976 to 1984 and a manager in 1986. He attended Texas Christian University; after college, he played for the Oakland A's and Boston Red Sox both of the American League. He played catcher, first base, second base, third base, designated hitter and pitcher (for 1 game).

He managed the Oakland A's of the American League, compiling a record of 2-8.

He was elected to the American League All-Star team in 1979.

Preceded by:
Jackie Moore		 Oakland Athletics Managers
1986		 Succeeded by:
Tony La Russa


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