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“Edward Carl "Eddie" Gaedel was a professional baseball player who holds the record as the shortest Major League Baseball player in history. The stunt, conceived by Browns owner Bill Veeck, aimed to draw fans during a losing season. Gaedel walked on four consecutive pitches and was replaced by a pinch-runner after reaching first base. His small stature gave him a tiny strike zone.“