Harland Stimson "Hypie" Rowe (April 20, 1896 – May 26, 1969), was an American professional

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who played in with the

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. He batted left and threw right-handed. Rowe had a .139

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in 17 games, five hits in 36 at-bats, in his one year in the major leagues. He was born and died in

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. He attended the

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, where he played

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for the Black Bears from 1914–1916.

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