Nap Kloza

John Clarence Kloza
born Jan Klojzy

• Bats Right, Throws Right
• Height 5' 11", Weight 180 lb.

• Debut August 16, 1931
• Final Game June 26, 1932
• Born September 7, 1903 in Poland
• Died June 11, 1962 in Milwaukee, WI USA

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Biographical Information

Nap Kloza, one of the few major leaguers born in Poland, played in the majors in 1931 and 1932. He also managed the Rockford Peaches at one point.

He had a 12-year minor league career, hitting .404 for Albany in 1927 in 122 games. Playing for the Montgomery Lions in 1926, he hit .379, leading the league. His career minor league average over the 12-year period was .327.

Three of the four Polish-born players (through 2008) made their debuts between 1929 and 1932.