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Dick Simpson
Born: 1943
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OF 1962, 64-69 Angels, Reds , Cardinals, Astros, Yankees, Pilots
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| Games | Average | HR | RBI |
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288 | .207 | 15 | 56 |
A light-hitting, 6'4" outfielder, Simpson's greatest asset was his speed. For many
years, pitcher Pedro Ramos claimed to be the fastest runner in baseball. At Cleveland
on the last day of the 1962 season, Simpson won a 75-yard dash, handily defeating
the other contestants, headed by Ramos.
(RTM)
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