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Old 04-01-2007, 08:25 PM
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It was opening day, 1947. He went 0-3. Played first base that day and every day that year, though he mostly played at 2nd base in his career. Hit .298 and was ROTY (first year for the ROTY award).

Played 10 years and wanted to coach or manage when he retired. He got no offers.
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