Ken Polivka

Kenneth Lyle Polivka (Soup)

• Bats Left, Throws Left
• Height 5' 10½", Weight 175 lb.
• Debut April 18, 1947
• Final Game April 23, 1947
• Born January 21, 1921 in Chicago, IL USA
• Died July 23, 1988 in Aurora, IL USA

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Biographical Information

Ken Polivka was a multi-talented athlete growing up in Chicago and played baseball, football, and basketball in high school. During his prep career, he also pitched a no-hitter. He won a scholarship to the University of Illinois but interrupted his studies to serve in the Navy during World War II.

After his baseball career ended, Polivka worked in sales for the Zenith company. He also remained active athletically, winning several golf trophies.