"The Clarkson College graduate has played first base, third base and shortstop in his pro career, and in 1950 even pitched five innings for the Pirates. 'Stretch' started in the Yankees' system and had a trial in '47. In 45 games as a Yankee in 1949, he hit .308 and was sold to the Pirates in August.
A Navy veteran, Jack hit .232 for the Pirates in 18 games in '49 and boosted his average to .293 in '50. He was sold to the Hollywood Stars in May 1952.
He's a smooth-fielding first baseman."
-1952 Topps No. 240
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