“I won twenty-eight games in thirty-five and I couldn't believe my eyes when the Cards sent me a contract with a cut in salary. Mr. Rickey said I deserved a cut because I didn't win thirty games.”
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Dizzy Dean
Dizzy Dean, born on January 16, 1910, and died on July 17, 1974, was an American professional baseball player. Known for his exceptional pitching skills and unique personality, he was a legendary figure in the Major League Baseball during the 1930s and 1940s. more
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