James Robert Hickey (Sid)

Position: Pitcher
Bats: Right, Throws: Right
Height: 6' 1", Weight: 204 lb.

Born: October 22, 1920 in North Abington, MA (All Transactions)
Debut: April 25, 1942 (Age 21)   vs. NYG 1.1 IP, 4 H, 0 SO, 2 BB, 3 ER, L
Team: Braves 1942-1944

Final Game: July 31, 1944 (Age 23)   vs. PIT 1.1 IP, 1 H, 0 SO, 0 BB, 0 ER
Died: September 20, 1997 in Manchester, CT
Buried: St. Patrick Cemetery, Rockland, MA
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