Leon Durham
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Leon Durham
- Bats Left, Throws Left
- Height 6' 2", Weight 210 lb.
- Debut May 27, 1980
- Final Game September 17, 1989
- Born July 31, 1957 in Cincinnati, OH USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Leon Durham was an All-Star for the Chicago Cubs in 1982 and 1983 but later struggled with drug problems. After his major league career, he played with the St. Paul Saints of the independent Northern League and appeared in the movie Little Big League. He led the Northern League with 11 home runs in 1993. Durham has been a minor league coach since 1996, starting with the Lake Elsinore Storm. He coached the Vancouver Canadians in 1997-1998 and the Edmonton Trappers in 1999-2000. Moving from the California Angels organization to the Detroit Tigers, he has been hitting coach for the Toledo Mud Hens since 2001.
[edit] Notable Achievements
- 2-time NL All-Star (1982 & 1983)
- NL Silver Slugger Award Winner (1982/OF)
- 20-Home Run Seasons: 5 (1982 & 1984-1987)
