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Andy is a fighting, sturdy catcher, who doesn't let small things like injuries keep him from donning the pads of his profession. He was in 108 games for the Reds in 1952, batting .256. He had 14 home runs. Andy began in baseball in 1940. He spent parts of 1943 and 1944 with the Phils, returning to stick in the majors in 1945. Traded to the Reds in December 1951.
Joe appeared in the majors as far back as 1944, but he is only 24 years old. He, at 15, was the the youngest player ever to appear in the major leagues. He resumed prep competition in 1946, thus becoming undoubtedly the only boy ever to play in the majors then to resume high school sports. He went back to pro ball in 1947, and worked his way through the Reds' farm system.
When Laurin graduated from Mississippi Southem College, he had to make a choice. Both the Pittsburgh Steelers Football team and the Pirates wanted his services, and he chose baseball. As a college Football Star, he averaged 8.2 yards per carry and was nominated to many All American teams. Last season, Laurin appeared in a few games and gained experience.
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