Dorrel Norman Elvert Herzog

Positions: Outfielder, Pinch Hitter and First Baseman
Bats: Left, Throws: Left
Height: 5' 11", Weight: 182 lb.

Born: November 9, 1931 in New Athens, IL
High School: New Athens HS (New Athens, IL)
Signed by the New York Yankees as an amateur free agent in 1949. (All Transactions)
Debut: April 17, 1956 (Age 24)   vs. NYY 4 AB, 1 H, 0 HR, 0 RBI, 0 SB
Teams (by GP): Orioles/Athletics/Senators/Tigers 1956-1963

Final Game: September 28, 1963 (Age 31)   vs. BAL 0 AB, 0 H, 0 HR, 0 RBI, 0 SB
Inducted into the Hall of Fame by Veteran's Committee as Manager in 2010.
   View Whitey Herzog Page at the Baseball Hall of Fame (plaque, photos, videos).
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