Charlie Grimm was a professional baseball player and manager who had a long and successful career in the sport. He was born in St. Louis, Missouri in 1898 and began his professional career in 1916 with the St. Louis Cardinals. He played for the Cardinals for two seasons before being traded to the Chicago Cubs in 1918.

Grimm spent the majority of his playing career with the Cubs, playing for them from 1918 to 1929. During his time with the Cubs, he was a three-time All-Star and was part of the team that won the World Series in 1918. He was also a part of the Cubs team that won the National League pennant in 1929.

After his playing career ended, Grimm became a manager. He managed the Cubs from 1932 to 1938 and again from 1944 to 1949. He also managed the Milwaukee Braves from 1951 to 1956 and the Chicago White Sox from 1957 to 1960. During his managerial career, he won two National League pennants with the Cubs in 1932 and 1945.

Grimm was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1976. He was known for his fiery temper and his ability to motivate his players. He was also known for his loyalty to the Cubs, having spent the majority of his playing and managing career with the team.

Grimm was a successful player and manager who had a long and successful career in baseball. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1976 and is remembered for his loyalty to the Cubs and his ability to motivate his players.

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