Allan George Scheer (October 27, 1888 – May 6, 1959) was a professional baseball player who played

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in the major leagues from 1913 to 1915. In 281 games over three major league seasons, Scheer posted a .281

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(262-for-931) with 141 runs, 48 doubles, 20

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, 5

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, 105

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, 41 stolen bases, 116

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, .368

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and .392

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. He finished his career with a .954

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playing at left and right field and several games at second base and shortstop.

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