Pittsburgh Sports Legends - Bill Mazeroski

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Mazeroski, Bill | Baseball Hall of Fame

Signed by the legendary Branch Rickey as a 17-year-old shortstop in 1954, Bill Mazeroski was moved over to the other side of the second base bag after only one season of pro ball. By his 20th birthday, he was the Pittsburgh Pirates’ regular second baseman.

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Mazeroski, Bill | Baseball Hall of Fame

Signed by the legendary Branch Rickey as a 17-year-old shortstop in 1954, Bill Mazeroski was moved over to the other side of the second base bag after only one season of pro ball. By his 20th birthday, he was the Pittsburgh Pirates’ regular second baseman.

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That home run got me 3 days of detention for making an expletive that Sister Margaret Mary didn't appreciate. Punishment at home was even worst.