Duke Simpson
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Thomas Leo Simpson
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 6' 1½", Weight 190 lb.
- School University of Notre Dame, Ohio State University
- Debut May 6, 1953
- Final Game September 17, 1953
- Born September 15, 1927 in Columbus, OH USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Duke Simpson played in the majors only one season, but he was busy during that year, appearing in 30 games primarily as a reliever with the Chicago Cubs in 1953 Cubs|1953]]. He was three years older than rookie Ernie Banks, who made his major league debut on the last day that Simpson played in the majors.
