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Lynn Nelson
Nickname(s): Line Drive
1905-1955

RHP 1930, 33-34, 37-40 Cubs, A's , Tigers

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Dubbed Line Drive by opposing batters who enjoyed facing him, Nelson had more success as a hitter than as a pitcher. With the A's in 1937, he batted .354 (40-for-113) with four home runs, and led the AL with nine pinch hits and 38 pinch at-bats. He wrestled professionally as the Masked Marvel. (EW)
FROM THE BASEBALL CHRONOLOGY
» February 23, 1940: The A's waive Lynn Nelson to Detroit. Nelson was the A's top winner last year with 10 victories, but he'll go 1–1 with Detroit before bowing out.