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* Served in the U.S. Army for 21 months. | * Served in the U.S. Army for 21 months. | ||
Revision as of 14:53, 28 April 2010
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Profile
Personal
- Resided in Pacoima, California in 1954.
- Self-identified as being of Irish ancestry.
- Listed hobbies as hunting and fishing.
Pre-professional career
- Graduated from Cretin High School in Saint Paul in 1945.
- Played baseball, basketball and football in high school.
- Graduated from Saint John's University in Minnesota with a B.A. Degree.
- Played baseball, basketball and football at Saint John's University.
Outside of baseball
- Was engaged in public relations work during the off-season in 1954.
- Served in the U.S. Army for 21 months.
Achievements
- Led the 1950 Pioneer League in stolen bases with 34.
- Led the 1953 California League in hits with 181.
Contract signing
- Was signed to his first contract by Cy Slapnicka.
Sources
- 1954 California League Gold Book (Sixth Edition).
- Social Security Death Index (SSN: 472-20-4177).
