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Harry “Swede” Roos

The first team he played for was the House of David. He was so young he couldn’t grow a beard to look like his teammates. The big 6’7 first baseman was an excellent power hitter for Ryans, American Gear, Magic Chef, and Harry’s Owl Club. He was on Leo Fischer’s Herald American Allstar squads in …

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Hurter “Red” Redmond

The “Babe Ruth” of the sport and a big gate attraction, the big right handed firefighter was the most prolific homerun hitter of the Windy City League during the 40s. His MVP season was in ‘4 when he lead the league in hits, avg. and 31 HRs. . leading Mid.: Motors to their first of …

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