Heinz Becker
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Heinz Reinhard Becker (Dutch or Bunions)
- Bats Both, Throws Right
- Height 6' 2", Weight 200 lb.
- Debut April 21, 1943
- Final Game May 9, 1947
- Born August 26, 1915 in Berlin, Germany
- Died November 11, 1991 in Dallas, TX USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Heinz Becker was a German-born player who played in the major leagues during World War II. He hit fairly well in 1945 and 1946.
With the minor-league Milwaukee Brewers in 1944, Becker hit .346. In 1939, he played for the Trojans in Tyler, TX.
Becker got a pinch-hit single in the fourth game of the 1945 World Series.
