Bobby Doerr

Full Name: Robert Pershing Doerr
Profession: Hall of Fame Baseball Player

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Biography: Bobby Doerr was an American professional baseball player who spent his entire Major League Baseball (MLB) career as a second baseman for the Boston Red Sox.

Doerr made his MLB debut with the Red Sox in 1937 and quickly established himself as a reliable hitter and an outstanding fielder. Throughout his 14-season career, he amassed a .288 batting average, 2,042 hits, 223 home runs, and 1,247 runs batted in (RBIs).

Bobby Doerr was a nine-time All-Star and played a key role in helping the Red Sox reach the World Series in 1946, although they ultimately lost to the St. Louis Cardinals. His career was interrupted by military service during World War II, which caused him to miss the entire 1945 season.

After retiring as a player in 1951 due to a back injury, Doerr transitioned to coaching and scouting roles within the Red Sox organization and other MLB teams. His dedication to the sport and impact were recognized in 1986 when he was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame.

Born: April 7, 1918
Birthplace: Junction City, Oregon, USA

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Aries

Died: November 13, 2017 (aged 99)