Al Jurisich

Alvin Joseph Jurisich

• Bats Right, Throws Right
• Height 6' 2", Weight 193 lb.
• Debut April 26, 1944
• Final Game September 21, 1947
• Born August 25, 1921 in New Orleans, LA USA
• Died November 3, 1981 in New Orleans, LA USA

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Biographical Information

Al Jurisich pitched four years in the majors, including in the 1944 World Series.

In the minors Al played several years in Opelousas and New Orleans, along with part of a season in Rochester, before coming to the majors. After his major league days he spent several years playing for San Diego and a year with Birmingham.

Notable Achievement

• Won a World Series with the St. Louis Cardinals in 1944