Bill Nicholson
Played For
Philadelphia Athletics (1936)
Chicago Cubs (1939-1948)
Philadelphia Phillies (1949-1953)
Born
William Beck Nicholson was born on December 11, 1914, in Chestertown, MD.
Died
March 8, 1996, Chestertown, MD
Batted: Left
Threw: Right
Primary Position: OF
Primary Team: CHN
Major League Debut
June 13, 1936
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Nicknames
Swish
| Hall of Fame Voting |
| Year |
Election |
Votes |
Pct |
| 1960 |
BBWAA |
1 |
.4% |
|
Post-Season Appearances
1945 World Series
All-Star Selections
1940 NL
1941 NL
1943 NL
1944 NL
1945 NL
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