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Ralph Houk "The Major"
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Before reaching the majors, this player was a decorated soldier who earned a Silver Star, a Bronze Star, and a Purple Heart for his service during World War II.
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During a 1947 exhibition tour in Venezuela, this player famously retorted to a coach who suggested a lower catching stance by asking, 'Where the hell do you want me to go? Under the plate?'
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This individual holds the distinction of being the first manager to win World Series championships in each of his first two seasons at the helm.
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Career Totals
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WAR
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AB
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H
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HR
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BA
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R
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RBI
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SB
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OBP
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SLG
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OPS
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OPS+
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0.1
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158
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43
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0
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.272
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12
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20
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0
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.327
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.323
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.650
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79
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Statistics via Baseball-Reference.com
The Original Clue
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