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Joe Collins

Joe Collins

Teams Joe Collins Played For


New York Yankees (1948-1957)

Born
Joseph Edward Collins was born on December 3, 1922, in Scranton, PA.

Died
August 30, 1989, Union, NJ

Batted:  Left
Threw:  Left

Primary Position:  1B

Primary Team:  NYA

Major League Debut
September 25, 1948

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Post-Season Appearances
1950 World Series
1951 World Series
1952 World Series
1953 World Series
1955 World Series
1956 World Series
1957 World Series

Batting Feats

  • September 28, 1955: 2 HR in WS Game...

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