Steven Bert Bradley (born December 23, 1956) is an American former

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. He played for the

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during the season. Along with

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, Bradley was traded to the

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on December 5, 1984. After his playing career ended, Bradley became a coach and manager, including with the

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(1987-1990), the

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(1991-1992, 1997-1998), the

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(1993-1994), the

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(1995-1996), the

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(1999-1999), and the

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(2002), all before the

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appointed him as the Minor League pitching coordinator (2005-2011). Bradley graduated from Cumberland High School in Toledo, IL.

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