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Edward Carl Gaedel (June 8, 1925 – June 18, 1961) was the smallest player to appear in a Major League Baseball game. [1] Gaedel gained recognition in the second game of a St. Louis Browns doubleheader on August 19, 1951. [2] .
7 sie 2017 · The next morning, on June 19, his mother found him dead. Eddie Gaedel was in his bed, but covered in bruises. Doctors said he had had a heart attack as a result of a beating. Detroit pitcher Bob Cain — who walked Gaedel that one day at the plate — was the only baseball player to attend the funeral.
19 sie 1991 · Forty years ago today, Eddie Gaedel broke into the big leagues. And if he were alive, a boisterous, fun-loving man named Bill Veeck would still be laughing today at the sight--a 3-foot-7...
5 cze 2019 · An advertisement in the Cincinnati Enquirer called him the “baseball midget.” One night in Cincy, Gaedel stayed out late. At 3:30 a.m., two police officers noticed him walking downtown, alone.
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Edward Carl Gaedel (June 8, 1925 – June 18, 1961) was the smallest player to appear in a Major League Baseball game. [1] Quick Facts MLB debut, Last MLB appearance ... Gaedel gained recognition in the second game of a St. Louis Browns doubleheader on August 19, 1951. [2] .
4 sty 2012 · Gaedel’s single at-bat polarized those within baseball, as all contemplated at what point entertainment in sports becomes a farce. Gaedel worked his fame as best as he could, booking appearances and collecting fees.
