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January 6, 1955
The Key West Citizen
Key West, Monroe County, Florida
What is this article about?
Brooklyn Dodgers sign 1955 contract with veteran shortstop Pee Wee Reese, who hit .309 in 1954 after 12 years in majors; he agrees to potential position change for prospects.
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Reese Inks Dodger Contract For '55
BROOKLYN (AP)—The Brooklyn Dodgers Thursday received the signed contract for 1955 of captain and shortstop Harold (Pee Wee) Reese, who hit better than .300 for the first time in his 12-year major league career last season.
Reese, the oldest National Leaguer in point of service, batted .309 in 1954 while hitting 10 homers.
Vice-President Buzzie Bavasi indicated that Reese received a raise, but as usual the terms of the contract were not revealed.
Reese, 35, told Bavasi by phone he would be willing to play any other infield position if Chico Fernandez or Don Zimmer, both highly touted, were to show to good advantage at shortstop in spring training.
BROOKLYN (AP)—The Brooklyn Dodgers Thursday received the signed contract for 1955 of captain and shortstop Harold (Pee Wee) Reese, who hit better than .300 for the first time in his 12-year major league career last season.
Reese, the oldest National Leaguer in point of service, batted .309 in 1954 while hitting 10 homers.
Vice-President Buzzie Bavasi indicated that Reese received a raise, but as usual the terms of the contract were not revealed.
Reese, 35, told Bavasi by phone he would be willing to play any other infield position if Chico Fernandez or Don Zimmer, both highly touted, were to show to good advantage at shortstop in spring training.
What sub-type of article is it?
Biography
Personal Triumph
What themes does it cover?
Triumph
What keywords are associated?
Pee Wee Reese
Brooklyn Dodgers
Contract Signing
Baseball Career
1954 Season
What entities or persons were involved?
Harold (Pee Wee) Reese
Buzzie Bavasi
Chico Fernandez
Don Zimmer
Where did it happen?
Brooklyn
Story Details
Key Persons
Harold (Pee Wee) Reese
Buzzie Bavasi
Chico Fernandez
Don Zimmer
Location
Brooklyn
Event Date
1955
Story Details
The Brooklyn Dodgers received the signed 1955 contract from captain and shortstop Harold (Pee Wee) Reese, who batted .309 with 10 homers in 1954, his first season over .300 in 12 years. He received a raise and expressed willingness to switch positions if needed.