A much - discussed legend was while on his way to 1962 spring training in Florida , Pepitone spent his entire $25,000 signing bonus .
After playing four seasons in the minor leagues , Pepitone broke in in 1962 playing behind Moose Skowron at first base .
A much - discussed legend was while on Pepitone 's way to 1962 spring training in Florida , Pepitone spent his entire $25,000 signing bonus .
After playing four seasons in the minor leagues , Pepitone broke in in 1962 playing behind Moose Skowron at first base .