Herman Pillette

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Herman Polycarp Pillette (Old Folks)

• Bats Right, Throws Right
• Height 6' 2", Weight 190 lb.

• Debut July 30, 1917
• Final Game September 28, 1924
• Born December 26, 1895 in St. Paul, OR USA
• Died April 30, 1960 in Sacramento, CA USA

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Herman Pillette holds the Pacific Coast League record for games pitched (704) in a career; he also spent a record 23 years in the PCL. He was 264-264 in the minors. Overall he was a pro for 29 years.

Father of Duane Pillette. They are the only father-son duo to each lead a major league in losses for a season. A brother, Ted Pillette, also pitched in the minors.

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