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Al DeVormer

Albert E. DeVormer (August 19, 1891 – August 29, 1966) was an American professional baseball player. He played as a backup catcher in Major League Baseball for the Chicago White Sox, New York Yankees, Boston Red Sox, and New York Giants. DeVormer batted and threw right-handed. He was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In a five-season career, he hit .258 with two home runs and 57 RBI. DeVormer died at St. Mary's Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan on August 29, 1966.

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Albert E. DeVormer (August 19, 1891 – August 29, 1966) was an American professional baseball player. He played as a backup catcher in Major League Baseball for the Chicago White Sox, New York Yankees, Boston Red Sox, and New York Giants. DeVormer batted and threw right-handed. He was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In a five-season career, he hit .258 with two home runs and 57 RBI. DeVormer died at St. Mary's Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan on August 29, 1966.

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