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Nelson Briles

Played For
St. Louis Cardinals (1965-1970)
Pittsburgh Pirates (1971-1973)
Kansas City Royals (1974-1975)
Texas Rangers (1976-1977)
Baltimore Orioles (1977-1978)

Born
Nelson Kelley Briles was born on August 5, 1943, in Dorris, CA.

Batted:  Right
Threw:  Right

Primary Position:  P

Primary Team:  SLN

Major League Debut
April 19, 1965

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Hall of Fame Voting
Year Election Votes Pct
1984 BBWAA 1 .2%

Post-Season Appearances
1967 World Series
1968 World Series
1971 World Series
1972 National League Championship Series

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