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Rube Benton

Played For
Cincinnati Reds (1910-1915)
New York Giants (1915-1921)
Cincinnati Reds (1923-1925)

Born
John Clebon Benton was born on June 27, 1887, in Clinton, NC.

Died
December 12, 1937, Dothan, AL

Batted:  Left
Threw:  Left

Primary Position:  P

Primary Team:  CIN

Major League Debut
June 28, 1910

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Post-Season Appearances
1917 World Series

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