Billy DeMars
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William Lester DeMars (Kid)
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 5' 10", Weight 160 lb.
- Debut May 18, 1948
- Final Game September 28, 1951
- Born August 26, 1925 in Brooklyn, NY USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Billy DeMars played began his playing career in 1943 and was active until 1958, with 9 appearances in 1959-1960. He missed the 1944-1945 seasons due to military service.
DeMars managed in the Baltimore Orioles system from 1958 to 1968. DeMars left managing and the Orioles in 1969, becoming a coach for the Philadelphia Phillies, where he stayed through 1981. He coached for the Montreal Expos from 1982 to 1984, and finally for the Cincinnati Reds from 1985 to 1987.
