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A player of extraordinary ability was renowned for his electrifying style of play. Over 10 seasons he hit .311, scored more than 100 runs six times, was named to six All-Star teams, and led Brooklyn to six pennants and its only World Series title in 1955. The 1947 Rookie of the Year and the 1949 N.L. MVP, he hit a league-best .342 with 37 steals in 1949. He led second basemen in double plays four times and stole home 19 times. In 1947 he displayed tremendous courage and poise when he integrated the modern Major Leagues in the face of adversity.
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