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Sometimes called "Bow-wow" because of pronunciation of last name. In 112 games during 1951. Batted .261. Had 90 hits, including 7 home runs, 5 triples, 16 doubles. Drove in 42 runs. First played for Browns in 1948. Sent to Portland, Pacific Coast League, June 7, 1952.
Mel's '52 season with the Red Sox was his poorest since joining them in '48. His most effective year was '49 when he led American League hurlers in Games Won (25) and Earned Run Average (2.78). He had records of 18-10 in '50 and 18-11 in '514 In '48 "Dusty" posted a 15-8 mark. He is often used as a pinch-hitter and had a .309 Batting Average in '51. Mel is an instructor in the New Orleans Recreation Department during the winter.
There was little rest for the weary during the summer of 2023, especially the worn-out moundsmen visiting Kansas City from Minneapolis. On July 28, Minnesota pitchers were pelted by Witt for four hits and a season-high six RBI. The shortstop was back at it the following night, notching four more knocks and driving in three more runs.
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