Murry Dickson, a right-handed pitcher, spent two decades in Major League Baseball, showcasing his skills across several teams. Born on August 21, 1916, in Tracy, Missouri, Dickson began his professional career with the St. Louis Cardinals. He made his MLB debut on September 30, 1939, with the Cardinals, marking the start of a long and varied career.

During his time with the Cardinals, Dickson developed a reputation for his durability and ability to pitch effectively in various roles. He was part of the Cardinals' roster during their 1942 World Series victory, although he did not play in the series itself. His tenure with the Cardinals was interrupted by military service during World War II, as he served in the United States Army from 1943 to 1945.

After returning from the war, Dickson resumed his baseball career with the Cardinals before being traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1949. It was with the Pirates that Dickson truly came into his own as a starting pitcher. In 1951, he led the National League in losses with 20, but also in innings pitched, demonstrating his role as a workhorse for the team. Despite the high number of losses, his performance was strong enough to earn him an All-Star selection in 1953.

Dickson's career continued with a move to the Philadelphia Phillies in 1954, where he played for two seasons. He then joined the St. Louis Cardinals again briefly before being traded to the Kansas City Athletics in 1956. His time with the Athletics was short-lived, as he was traded to the New York Yankees later that year. With the Yankees, Dickson had the opportunity to pitch in the 1957 World Series, although the team ultimately lost to the Milwaukee Braves.

In 1958, Dickson returned to the Athletics, who had relocated to Kansas City, and continued to pitch effectively despite his advancing age. He wrapped up his major league career with the Athletics in 1959, finishing with a career record of 172 wins and 181 losses, along with a 3.66 earned run average (ERA) and 1,072 strikeouts.

Throughout his career, Dickson was known for his ability to adapt to different roles, whether as a starter or reliever, and for his competitive spirit on the mound.

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