We remember Ossie Álvarez (1932-2008)

We remember Ossie Alvarez who was born in Matanzas on this day in 1932.

Ossie was a promising middle infielder primarily known for his speed and defensive skills.  He was in the Washington Senators’ farm system and led the minors twice in stolen bases.

In 1958, Ossie played the whole season in the majors hitting .269 in 88 games.  He was traded a couple of times in the off season and played only 8 games for Detroit in 1959.   Alvarez spent the rest of his career in the minors and later the Mexican League.

Alvarez died in 2008.   He worked as a Pirates’ scout after leaving baseball.

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October 1961: "The Dick Van Dyke Show" made its debut on TV

"The Dick Van Dyke Show" made its debut this month in 1961.    It was around for a few seasons (1961-66)  and very active in reruns.    The show was about a TV comedy writer, his beautiful wife Laura and co-workers Morey & Rosemarie.    

What great show and it makes me laugh every time.

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