John Babich


Tall Johnny Babich coaches the Oaks this season having accumulated a variety of experience in professional baseball. Starting in 1931 he played with Pacific Coast League clubs before pitching for Brooklyn, Braves, and Athletics, in Majors, and managed the Stockton Ports last season to win California's State League Pennant. Born in California and educated in Richmond schools, his hobbies include golf and carpentry work.


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