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Whitman saw the most action in 1946 for the Dodgers, hitting .260 with 31 RBI and 39 runs. He led the NL in pinch hits in 1950, going 12-for-39 and helping the Phillies to the pennant. (WOR)

FROM THE BASEBALL CHRONOLOGY » May 1, 1946: About to be benched for poor hitting, Dick Whitman collects five hits to pace the Dodgers to a 5–1 win over the Cubs. The Cubs strand 13.