Thread: RIP Dick Groat.
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Old 04-27-2023, 09:37 PM
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When folks think of the 1960 Pirates, Maz's heroics in the 1960 WS is probably the first thing that comes to mind. However, Dick Groat was the 1960 NL MVP, and he won the 1960 NL batting title with a .325 average. The Pirates wouldn't have made it into the 1960 WS without Groat. RIP, Mr. Groat.
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