1940
CHARLEY GELBERT   SS

The 1940 season was Gelbert’s last in the major leagues, split between Washington and the Boston Red Sox. He was actually batting .370 for Washington, when the team placed him on waivers to give prospect Jimmy Pofahl more playing time. The Red Sox claimed Gelbert on August 18th. For Boston, he hit .198 in 30 games.  ...

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