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Otto Bluege

1909 – 1977

American baseball player

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About Otto Bluege

Lived 1909 – 1977 (aged 67). Otto Bluege was an American baseball player.

Otto Adam Bluege (July 20, 1909 – June 28, 1977) was an American professional baseball player. Nicknamed "Squeaky", he was a shortstop over parts of two seasons (–) with the Cincinnati Reds. The native and lifelong resident of Chicago, Illinois, was the younger brother of Ossie Bluege, who had a lengthy career as a third baseman, coach, manager and front-office executive with the Washington Senators/Minnesota Twins.

Otto Bluege threw and batted right-handed, and was listed as standing and weighing . His professional playing career lasted for 13 seasons (1928–1938; 1940–1941).

In 109 games played in the majors, he compiled a .213 batting average in 291 at-bats, with 18 runs batted in. His 62 big-league hits included six doubles and two triples.

After retiring from the field, he scouted for the Senators and Twins. Otto Bluege died in Chicago at the age of 67.

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Who was Otto Bluege?

American baseball player (1909–1977)

When was Otto Bluege born?

Otto Bluege was born on 20 July 1909 in Chicago.

When did Otto Bluege die?

Otto Bluege died on 28 June 1977 in Chicago.

What was Otto Bluege's occupation?

Otto Bluege was a baseball player.

What nationality was Otto Bluege?

Otto Bluege was American.

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· Wikipedia: Otto Bluege

· Wikidata: Q7109525

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