Joe Kruzel (born December 17, 1965) is an American

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coach and former player. In 2021 Joe managed the Billings Mustangs, of the Pioneer League. In 2022 he was named the Field Coordinator for the Los Angeles Angels organization. Kruzel served as the head baseball coach at his alma mater, The University of Toledo from 1993 to 2003, compiling a record of 259–331. Kruzel won the

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Coach of the Year award in 1999.

Early life

Kruzel was born in

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and attended Central Catholic High School. He played college baseball at the University of Toledo.

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* {{DEFAULTSORT:Kruzel, Joe 1965 births Living people Baseball infielders Billings Mustangs managers Miami RedHawks baseball coaches Toledo Rockets baseball coaches Toledo Rockets baseball players