John Patsy Francona was a Major League Baseball player.
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13 Facts About Tito Francona
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Regardless of his desire for more playing time, Tito Francona began the 1959 season as a pinch hitter and utility man with his new franchise.
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Tito Francona was shifted to left field when the Indians acquired Kuenn for home run leader Rocky Colavito just prior to the start of the 1960 season.
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On March 26,1961, Tito Francona hit a home run during a spring training exhibition game against the Boston Red Sox at Hi Corbett Field.
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Tito Francona's distraction caused Wilson to half stumble off the mound and balk.
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Tito Francona slumped a little under new manager Mel McGaha in 1962.
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When Birdie Tebbetts grabbed the reins in 1963, Tito Francona was moved back into left, but his numbers dipped even further.
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Tito Francona remained a pinch hitter with the Cards through 1966.
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Tito Francona's 1000th hit came off Los Angeles Angels All-Star Ken McBride on April 23,1964.
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Tito Francona was the director of parks and recreation in New Brighton, Pennsylvania until retiring in 1997.
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Tito Francona remained in New Brighton until his death at his home on February 13,2018.
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