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Granny Hamner

Played For
Philadelphia Phillies (1944-1959)
Cleveland Indians (1959)
Kansas City Athletics (1962)

Born
Granville Wilbur Hamner was born on April 26, 1927, in Richmond, VA.

Died
September 12, 1993, Philadelphia, PA

Batted:  Right
Threw:  Right

Primary Position:  SS

Primary Team:  PHI

Major League Debut
September 14, 1944

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Post-Season Appearances
1950 World Series

All-Star Selections
1952 NL
1953 NL
1954 NL

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