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Former Chicago White Sox infielder Dick Allen

Photos of former Chicago White Sox infielder Dick Allen, who won the 1972 American League MVP award while playing on the South Side.

Dick Allen

White Sox infielder Dick Allen acknowledges the crowd during a pregame ceremony in which he was presented with the 1972 American League Most Valuable Player award on May 4, 1973, at Comiskey Park. With Allen is baseball writer Ed Munzel and Sox vice president Stu Holcomb.

Dick Allen

White Sox infielder Dick Allen takes batting practice April 14, 1972, at Comiskey Park.
White Sox infielder Dick Allen takes batting practice April 14, 1972, at Comiskey Park. (James Mayo / Chicago Tribune)

Dick Allen

White Sox infielder Dick Allen waves his bat in salute to fans after striking out in the ninth inning against the Royals on Sept. 27, 1972, at Comiskey Park. It was the final home game of 1972 for Allen, who would be named American League MVP that season.
White Sox infielder Dick Allen waves his bat in salute to fans after striking out in the ninth inning against the Royals on Sept.