Dutch Leonard
Played For
Brooklyn Dodgers (1933-1936)
Washington Senators (1938-1946)
Philadelphia Phillies (1947-1948)
Chicago Cubs (1949-1953)
Missed Signs
From the June 27, 1951, edition of The Sporting News:
Dutch Leonard, ace relief pitcher of the Cubs,ran into difficulties with too many Edwardses and a change of signals, June 16. Facing Hank Edwards of the Dodgers in the ninth inning, Dutch thought catcher Bruce Edwards, recently acquired from Brooklyn, had signalled him to throw a fastball, which Hank hit for a double. Instead, Bruce had asked for a curve. Leonardhad forgotten the signals had been changed because of four Cubs having joined the Dodgers.
Born
Emil John Leonard was born on March 25, 1909, in Auburn, IL.
Died
April 17, 1983, Springfield, IL
Batted: Right
Threw: Right
Primary Position: P
Primary Team: WS1
Major League Debut
August 31, 1933
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| Hall of Fame Voting |
| Year |
Election |
Votes |
Pct |
| 1960 |
BBWAA |
2 |
.7% |
1968 |
BBWAA |
5 |
1.8% |
1969 |
BBWAA |
4 |
1.2% |
1970 |
BBWAA |
5 |
1.7% |
1971 |
BBWAA |
3 |
.8% |
1972 |
BBWAA |
5 |
1.3% |
1973 |
BBWAA |
6 |
1.6% |
|
All-Star Selections
1940 AL
1943 AL
1944 AL
1945 AL
1951 NL
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