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“I had only played five games in my senior year in high school. I was not large enough. Hell, when I graduated, I was about five foot four and weighed 120 pounds. I didn't go with the Dodgers until spring training of 1940 and I weighed all of 155 pounds soaking wet.”

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Pee Wee Reese, born on July 23, 1918, and passed away on August 14, 1999, was an American professional baseball player. Known for his exceptional defensive skills and leadership, he played for the New York Yankees and the Los Angeles Dodgers during his career, becoming a legendary figure in baseball history. more

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