Harry Arthur Lavagetto

Positions: Third Baseman and Second Baseman
Bats: Right, Throws: Right
Height: 6' 0", Weight: 170 lb.

Born: December 1, 1912 in Oakland, CA
High School: Technical HS (Oakland, CA) (All Transactions)
Debut: April 17, 1934 (Age 21)   vs. STL 4 AB, 0 H, 0 HR, 1 RBI, 0 SB
Teams (by GP): Dodgers/Pirates 1934-1947

Final Game: September 28, 1947 (Age 34)   vs. BSN 4 AB, 0 H, 0 HR, 0 RBI, 0 SB
Died: August 10, 1990 in Orinda, CA
Buried: Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, St. Helena, CA
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