Andy Lapihuska
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Andrew Lapihuska (Apples)
- Bats Left, Throws Right
- Height 5' 10½", Weight 175 lb.
- Debut September 12, 1942
- Final Game May 5, 1943
- Born November 1, 1922 in Delmont, NJ USA
- Died February 17, 1996 in Millville, NJ USA
Biographical Information
Andy Lapihuska pitched four seasons from 1941 to 1946, two in the major leagues (1942-1943) and four in the minors, losing two years to the military. He served in the United States Army for two years during World War II (1944-1945) (N&C).
He had two cups of coffee for the Philadelphia Blue Jays in 1942 and 1943 and was 31-43 in the minors. He had been signed as a free agent by Jocko Collins.
He died at age 73 in Millville, NJ.
