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Dec 06, 1952 Bremerton, Washington, United States 71 years old
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About Jeff Schneider
- Jeffrey Theodore Schneider (born December 6, 1952) is an American former professional baseball player.
- He appeared in 11 Major League games as a relief pitcher for the Baltimore Orioles in 1981.
- A switch hitter who threw left-handed, Schneider stood 6 feet 3 inches (1.91 m) tall and weighed 195 pounds (88 kg).
- He is perhaps best remembered for appearing on Cal Ripken, Jr.'s 1982 Topps rookie card. Born in Washington, Schneider attended high school in Illinois before attending Iowa State University.
- Drafted twice, he signed with neither team, opting to sign with the Philadelphia Phillies as a free agent in 1974.
- He played five years in their organization, leading the Carolina League in wins and saves in 1977 without making a single start.
- After the 1978 season, he was selected by the Baltimore Orioles in the Rule 5 draft; he reached the major leagues in 1981 when the Orioles sought to reinforce their roster for the second half of the season.
- Used exclusively in relief, Schneider appeared in 11 games, recording a save.
- After the season, he was a minor part of a trade to the California Angels.
- He split 1982 between their system and the Toronto Blue Jays' organization and finished his career in 1983 in the minors for the Blue Jays.
