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Cleveland Indians claimed Brook Fordyce of the New York Mets on waivers on May 15, 1995.

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Another Chance For Ron, Ed
New York Daily News, February 12, 1971
As spring training 1971 is beginning, Ed Kranepool and Ron Swoboda are in a tenuous position. Plus -- an article about Bernice Gera of Jackson Heights, who was attempting to become the first female professional umpire.
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Larry Foss
Born: April 18, 1936
at Castleton, Kan.
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Years with Mets: 1962

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