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Nap Rucker

Played For
Brooklyn Dodgers (1907-1916)

Born
George Rucker was born on September 30, 1884, in Crabapple, GA.

Died
December 19, 1970, Alpharetta, GA

Batted:  Right
Threw:  Left

Primary Position:  P

Primary Team:  BRO

Major League Debut
April 15, 1907

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Hall of Fame Voting
Year Election Votes Pct
1936 BBWAA 1 .4%
1937 BBWAA 11 5.5%
1938 BBWAA 12 4.6%
1939 BBWAA 13 4.7%
1942 BBWAA 15 6.4%
1945 BBWAA 10 4.0%
1946 Nominating Vote 13 6.4%

No-Hitter
9/5/1908: For BRO (N) vs. BOS (N), 6-0 at BRO. 9 innings pitched.

Post-Season Appearances
1916 World Series

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