Sisti stood 5\' 11" (180 cm) tall and weighed 175 pounds (79 kg). His perseverance in the face of numerous injuries made him a fan favorite.\n', '

Known for his versatility, Sisti played every position except pitcher and catcher during his big league career.\n', '

At the age of 18, Sisti made his Major League Baseball debut with the Boston Bees on July 21, 1939, just 5 days before he turned 19, then remained with the club (later known as the Braves) through 1942, after the beginning of World War II.\n', '

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