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Willard Hershberger

Played For
Cincinnati Reds (1938-1940)

Born
Willard McKee Hershberger was born on May 28, 1910, in Lemoncove, CA.

Died
August 3, 1940, Boston, MA

Batted:  Right
Threw:  Right

Primary Position:  C

Primary Team:  CIN

Major League Debut
April 19, 1938

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Nicknames
Bill

Post-Season Appearances
1939 World Series

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