"Last season was Andy's first as a full-time Yankee infielder and he proved he was in the starting lineup to stay. He posted a solid slugging average, reflecting his clutch hitting, and placed second in the American League in double plays.
After spending two seasons in the minors, Andy had a brief trial with New York in 1952. He was recalled in 1953 from Syracuse and hit .321 in 51 games with the Yankees."
-1955 Topps No. 20
"Last year Andy broke into the regular lineup and it looks like he's there to stay. Besides being a good clutch hitter, he starred in the field, finishing second in the American League in double plays."
-1955 Topps Double Header No. 36
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