Good hitting infielder-pitcher approached at 15 with pro contract by Brooklyn in World War II.

Pitched Cleveland to 1945 Public High League title. Spent three years in New York Giants' farm system. Drafted for Korean War military duty. Played on 30 teams from 1938 through 1950, including three city champions.

Coached and managed in Heine Meine League from 1963 to 1969.