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[edit] Personal

  • Resided in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma in 1953.
  • Self-identified as being of Irish ancestry.
  • Listed hobbies as hunting, fishing and playing golf.
  • Started his pro career with Lincoln of the Nebraska State League by beating Norfolk 5-2.
  • Was on the Detroit Tigers team that was managed by Del Baker which won the American League pennant in 1940.
  • Suffered a fractured right ankle after being hit by a line drive in 1945 and was out of action from May 24 to July 1.
  • Says his biggest thrill was taking part in the 1940 World Series; took part in three games but did not gain a win or a loss.

[edit] Pre-professional career

  • Attended high school in Wayne, Oklahoma.
  • Played football, basketball and baseball in high school.
  • His only baseball experience before turning pro was in high school.

[edit] Achievements

  • Pitched five full innings in the 1942 All-Star game but saw the decision go to another hurler.

[edit] Outside of baseball

  • Spent two years in the U.S. Navy during World War II.

[edit] Career notes

  • In the Navy, 1943-1944.

[edit] Sources

  • 1953 Pacific Coast League Sketch Book.
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