"1954 was Elvin's rookie year in the big leagues. He appeared in 46 games for the Cubs and batted .185.
He came to the Cubs after spending the 1953 season with both Los Angeles and Des Moines. With the Pacific Coast League team he appeared in 38 games and batted .281. He drove in 16 runs. With Des Moines, Elvin worked 85 games, batting .214. He had 55 hits and batted in 21 runs, scoring 24."
-1955 Bowman No. 51
"Elvin's career almost came to an end twice! In 1948, his second season of pro ball, he fractured his ankle in six places. Despite the doctor's gloomy prediction, Elvin had the spirit to make a successful comeback. Bad luch struck again in '53 when Elvin was beaned and his batting average suffered as a result.
If he can handle the injury jinx, he figures to help the Cubs."
-1955 Topps No. 129
"The Quincy College grad twice received injuries which should have ended his career. But he has lots of fight and was twice named to his league's all-star teams."
-1955 Topps Doubleheader No. 94
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