Doug Rader
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Douglas Lee Rader (born July 30, 1944 in Chicago, Illinois), nicknamed "The Red Rooster", is a former third baseman in Major League Baseball who was known primarily for his defensive ability, winning five straight Gold Glove Awards from 1970 to 1974.
Rader's career lasted from 1967 to 1977. He played for the Houston Astros, San Diego Padres, and Toronto Blue Jays. He later managed the Texas Rangers, Chicago White Sox, and California Angels between 1983 and 1991.
Also nicknamed "Rojo", Rader earned his nickname "The Red Rooster" from the thick head of red hair which always protruded from under his cap.
Rader attended Glenbrook North High School in Northbrook, Illinois, and Illinois Wesleyan University.
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- Baseball-Reference.com - career statistics and analysis
| Preceded by Darrell Johnson |
Texas Rangers Manager 1983-1985 |
Succeeded by Bobby Valentine |
| Preceded by Tony La Russa |
Chicago White Sox Manager 1986 |
Succeeded by Jim Fregosi |
| Preceded by Moose Stubing |
California Angels Manager 1989-1991 |
Succeeded by Buck Rodgers |
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