Karl Olson

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Karl Arthur Olson (Ole)

• Bats Right, Throws Right
• Height 6' 3", Weight 205 lb.

• Debut June 30, 1951
• Final Game June 10, 1957
• Born July 6, 1930 in Kentfield, CA USA

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Karl Olson hit into 2 triple plays in 279 career games and 681 at bats. This is the fastest player to 2 triple plays in history. Ollie Beard hit 2 in 331 career games and Chubby Dean hit 2 in 1047 at bats.

Source: SABR Triple Plays and original research.

Olson missed the 1952 season due to military service.

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