All-Star slugger Frank Robinson is saved from drowning by rookie backstop Andy Etchebarren

On August 22, 1966 — All-Star slugger Frank Robinson, a non-swimmer who accidentally jumps into the deep end of the pool to avoid being thrown in by his Oriole teammates, is saved from drowning by rookie backstop Andy Etchebarren. The private evening swim party for team was hosted at the home of Leonard Ruck, a funeral director.

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