Bill Coughlin
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William Paul Coughlin (Scranton Bill)
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 5' 9", Weight 140 lb.
- Debut August 9, 1899
- Final Game September 23, 1908
- Born July 12, 1878 in Scranton, PA USA
- Died May 7, 1943 in Scranton, PA USA
[edit] Biographical Information
After his major league career, Bill Coughlin managed in the minor leagues from 1909 to 1917 (player/manager until 1914), and was the head coach at Lafayette College from 1920 to 1943.
[edit] Year-by-Year Managerial Record
| Year | Team | League | Record | Finish | Organization | Playoffs | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 | Williamsport Millionaires | Tri-State League | 61-53 | 3rd | none | none | |
| 1910 | Williamsport Millionaires | Tri-State League | 60-50 | 3rd | none | none | |
| 1912 | Allentown | Tri-State League | 65-47 | 2nd | none | none | |
| 1913 | Allentown | Tri-State League | 59-52 | 2nd | none | none | |
| 1914 | Scranton Miners | New York State League | none | none | replaced John Kelly | ||
| 1915 | Scranton Miners | New York State League | 68-55 | 4th | none | none | |
| 1916 | Scranton Miners | New York State League | 67-52 | 2nd | none | none | |
| 1917 | Scranton Miners | New York State League | none | replaced by Jack Connors |
