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Who made five hits, four singles and a double in his first major league game?
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Bob first attracted attention while playing American Legion ball, and also while playing at West Lafayette High School. Earned ten letters in baseball, football and basketball at high school and was picked as all state halfback in football. In a 7 inning Legion game Bob struck out 20 batters. 1950 was his first experience in organized ball. He began with Waco of the Big State League, then was promoted to Indianapolis. In final Waco appearance he pitched a no-hitter.
Andrew has a flair for the dramatic. On April 12, Manager Dave Martinez called upon Andrew to pinch hit in the seventh inning and he went yard. He also hit two late, game- tying HRS in a three-week span in the second half, one on August 12 with Washington down to its last out.
A Senator for 6 games in 1950. Then traded to the Red Sox. Got into 57 games for Boston and batted .284, driving in 38 runs. Began in pro ball, 1939. Minor league experience included Birmingham, Rochester, Syracuse. Clyde was also in National League with Cincinnati. Purchased by Senators from Syracuse at end of 1948 season. Hit .253 in 129 games for Washington in 1949.
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