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Dickie Thon

Played For
California Angels (1979-1980)
Houston Astros (1981-1987)
San Diego Padres (1988)
Philadelphia Phillies (1989-1991)
Texas Rangers (1992)
Milwaukee Brewers (1993)

Born
Richard William Thon was born on June 20, 1958, in South Bend, IN.

Batted:  Right
Threw:  Right

Primary Position:  SS

Primary Team:  HOU

Major League Debut
May 22, 1979

Nine Other Players Who Debuted in 1979
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Dickie Thon
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Jeff Reardon
Dan Quisenberry
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Dave Stieb

Post-Season Appearances
1979 American League Championship Series
1981 National League Division Playoffs
1986 National League Championship Series

Hitting Streaks
21 games (1982)

All-Star Selections
1983 NL

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