Al Silvera - Jewish Baseball Museum

Al Silvera

Outfielder

TEAM: Cincinnati Reds

Born: Aug. 26, 1935 - July 24, 2002

A nephew of big leaguer Sam Nahem, Silvera had a short stint with Cincinnati. He was signed in 1955 as a $20,000 “Bonus Baby” who the Redlegs were required to keep on their roster all season. At the age of 19, he collected 1 hit in 7 at-bats that season. He then appeared in only 1 game in 1956 and did not get an at-bat.

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