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Al Kaline
Al Kaline is Mr. Tiger, not only because he played in more games as a Tiger than anyone else and hit more home runs than any Tiger, but also because he gave his Detroit teammates and fans his classiest best in baseball skill, leadership, and determination each inning he played.
Kaline was born into a sports-minded family that included a father and two uncles who played semi-pro baseball.
Though smaller than most boys his age and somewhat shy, he became a top-notch player by sheer practice and playing time. He enrolled in several organized leagues each season, being transported from field to field by family members.
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Young Al possessed a great arm, developed solid hitting skills, and had great infielder quickness.
Scout Ed Katalinas signed Kaline ($35,000 bonus) right off the Baltimore sandlots and Al never played one inning in the minor leagues.
On June 25, 1953, his first game, he played right field for the first time in his life. He was used sparingly by Manager Fred H