Word: pavescovich
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Dates: during 1942-1942
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Peanuts. Little Johnny Pesky, born Pavescovich and called "Peanuts" by his pals, is the Phil Rizzuto of 1942. Only 22 and in his third year of organized baseball, he is already considered the best shortstop in the American League. Jack-rabbit-quick and strong of arm, he has practically remade the Red Sox infield. With Second Baseman Bobby Doerr, he chalked up 27 double plays in his first 20 games. Pesky can hit, too. A batter who can drag, punch or pull the ball equally well, he has averaged .325 so far this season-only one point under the batting...
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