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Tris Speaker. Tristram Edgar Speaker (April 4, 1888 – December 8, 1958), nicknamed " the Gray Eagle ", was an American professional baseball player. Considered one of the greatest players in the history of Major League Baseball (MLB), he compiled a career batting average of .345 ( sixth all-time ). [1] His 792 career doubles represent an MLB ...
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Speaker was known for playing a very shallow center field, which helped him lead AL center fielders in assists eight times – while his ability to cover ground on balls hit over his head helped him lead AL center fielders in putouts seven times.
Tristram Edgar Speaker was a Major League Baseball player for the Boston Americans ( 1907 ), Boston Red Sox ( 1908 ), Cleveland Indians ( 1916 - 1926 ), Washington Senators ( 1927) and Philadelphia Athletics ( 1928 ).
Jan 4, 2012 · Legendary for his short outfield play, Speaker led the American League in putouts seven times and in double plays six times in a 22-year career with Boston, Cleveland, Washington, and Philadelphia. Speaker’s career totals in both categories are still major-league records at his position.
May 5, 2024 · Tris Speaker was an American professional baseball player and manager who spent his 22-year career (1907–28) primarily with the Boston Red Sox and the Cleveland Indians. Speaker and Ty Cobb are generally considered the two greatest players of this period. Speaker was perhaps the best centre fielder.
Jul 5, 2021 · 105 years ago today (June 10, 1916) at League Park, Tris Speaker posted a perfect 5-for-5 day at the plate as the Indians defeated the Philadelphia Athletics 10-1. Cleveland extended its lead atop the American League standings to two games over Washington and New York.
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