Monday, July 13, 2020

Today’s Birthday: Harry “Fritz” Dorish (Scranton Red Sox, 1942)

Credits: Bowman Gum Co. via Trading Card Database

Former Eastern League prospect Harry “Fritz Dorish was born on this date in 1921. He pitched for  the Scranton Red Sox in 1942 (12-8, 2.07 ERA)

After serving in the military during World War II, he played in the majors for 10 years with the Boston Red Sox (1947-49, ‘56), St. Louis Browns (1950), Chicago White Sox (1951-55) and Baltimore Orioles (1955-56).

After his playing career, he worked as a scout, coach, and minor league manager. He died on December 31, 2000, at the age of 79.

Source: Baseball Reference

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