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Sam Khalifa
From BR Bullpen
Sam Khalifa (Sammy)
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 5' 11", Weight 170 lb.
- High School Sahuaro High School
- Debut June 25, 1985
- Final Game July 31, 1987
- Born December 5, 1963 in Fontana, CA USA
Biographical Information
Sam Khalifa was the first player of Egyptian descent to play in the major leagues. He is the only player to be drafted 7th overall and play shortstop in the major leagues.
In the 1980s, the Pittsburgh Pirates used to hand out a "Sammy" award for whichever player made the most boneheaded play after Khalifa failed to live up to expectations and played poorly.
