Larry Doby played in 29 games for the Cleveland Indians as a 23 year old rookie in 1947.
Larry Doby was signed by Cleveland Indians owner Bill Veeck in 1947.
Larry Doby played his first game in Comiskey Park on July 5th, 1947.
Larry Doby debuted on July 5, 1947 and played his final game on July 26, 1959.
Larry Doby is 6' 1".
Larry Doby's birth name is Doby, Lawrence Eugene.
Larry Doby died due to complications of cancer. He passed away on June 18, 2003. Doby was a memeber of the Negro leagues Newark Eagles from 1942-1943 and 1946-1947.
Larry Doby was born on December 13, 1923
Larry Doby was born on December 13, 1923.
Larry Doby was born on December 13, 1923.
Larry Doby Award was created in 1999.
A Saturday. Larry Doby signed a contract with the Cleveland Indians becoming the first black player in the American League (baseball). Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/July_5
Larry Doby single signed baseballA Larry Doby single signed baseball is worth about $250.- $300. Value is based on average prices of recently closed auctions. Prices may vary based on condition, and the type of authenticity that accompanies the signature. Signatures that have not been properly authenticated could sell at half the market value or less. Add for inscriptions.
Larry Doby died June 18, 2003, in Montclair, NJ, USA.