Joe has been in the Yankee organization since 1939, missing time for military service in 1944 and '45. He established himself as a top prospect with outstanding seasons in 1948 and '49.
In 139 games with Newark in '48, Joe batted .273 with a .480 slugging average. He registered 25 doubles and 23 home runs along with 76 RBIs. Joe enjoyed even greater success with Kansas City in '49, hitting .319 with 83 RBIs in 146 games, with a .547 slugging average. His 169 hits included 25 doubles, 18 triples and 20 homers.
1950 was Joe's first full season in the majors. His throw home from first in the ninth inning of Game 3 of the World Series prevented the Phillies from scoring the winning run in a contest eventually won by the Yankees.
Joe can also play the outfield.
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