About Vern Benson Memorabilia & Collectibles
About Vern Benson:
Vern Benson (full name: Vernon Adair Benson; no nicknames) played third baseman and leftfielder from 1943 until 1953 for the Philadelphia Athletics and St. Louis Cardinals. He played for the Athletics from 1943 - 1946 and Cardinals from 1951 - 1953. Over 5 seasons, he played 55 games, hit 3 home runs, drove in 17 runs, and stole 0 bases. Born on September 19, 1924 in Granite Quarry, NC, Benson stands 5' 10" and weighs 160 lb. He attended high school. His debut was on July 31, 1943 and he played his final game on May 30, 1953. Common misspellings of his name include Vernon Adair Vern vernon Benson.