Leon Brinkopf
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Leon Clarence Brinkopf
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 5' 11½", Weight 185 lb.
- School Southeast Missouri State University
- Debut April 18, 1952
- Final Game May 5, 1952
- Born October 20, 1926 in Cape Girardeau, MO USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Leon Brinkopf was one of several shortstops given on a chance on the 1952 Chicago Cubs. The Cubs went through a period of trying out various players until they settled on Ernie Banks in 1954.
Brinkopf went to Southeast Missouri State University in the 1950-51 off-season.
In the minors Leon played parts of four seasons for Los Angeles and parts of three seasons for Des Moines, as well as for a few other teams.
A 2007 article said he became a long-time legendary high school coach. His major league baseball career ended because of a back injury, and he wore a back brace for years. He served in the Marines.
