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Ray Chapman was the Cleveland Indian shortstop that became the first and only major league player to die from a pitched ball. This was a terrible accident as Chapman was at bat and apparently seemed to have lost sight of the ball pitched by New York Yankee pitcher, Carl Mays. The fact that the ball was discolored and may have blended in with the spectator stands. From that point on, major league umpires insisted on having dirt spoiled balls cleaned or replaced by new ones. The year was 1920. In that year,ironically, Chapman's Cleveland Indians beat the Brooklyn Robins in the World Series.
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When did baseball player Ray Chapman play?
Ray Chapman debuted on August 30, 1912 and played his final game on August 16, 1920.
When and where did baseball player Ray Chapman die?
Ray Chapman died August 17, 1920, in New York, NY, USA.
Who is the only major league baseball player to die from a hit by pitch?
Ray Chapman of the Cleveland Indians in 1920.
Who was the Cleveland Indian that died after being hit by a pitch?
Shortstop Ray Chapman in 1920. Chapman's death is the only death due to an on the field event in the history of MLB.
Who pinch ran for ray Chapman after he was beaned?
Harry Lunte. The next batter, Tris Speaker, forced Lunte at second on a ground ball.
What is Ray Chapman's birthday?
Ray Chapman was born on January 15, 1891.
When was Ray Chapman born?
Ray Chapman was born on January 15, 1891.
Who killed Ray Chapman?
Ray Chapman was killed by a pitch thrown by Carl Mays.
When did Ray Chapman die?
Ray Chapman died on August 17, 1920 at the age of 29.
When and where was baseball player Ray Chapman born?
Ray Chapman was born January 15, 1891, in Beaver Dam, KY, USA.
How old is Ray Chapman?
Ray Chapman was born on January 15, 1891 and died on August 17, 1920. Ray Chapman would have been 29 years old at the time of death or 124 years old today.
When did baseball player Ray Chapman play?
Ray Chapman debuted on August 30, 1912 and played his final game on August 16, 1920.
When and where did baseball player Ray Chapman die?
Ray Chapman died August 17, 1920, in New York, NY, USA.
What has the author Ray Chapman written?
Ray Chapman has written: 'The natural history of Bournemouth and the surrounding area' -- subject(s): Natural history, Wildlife conservation
What are baseball player Ray Chapman's physical stats?
Ray Chapman is 5 feet 10 inches tall. He weighs 170 pounds. He bats right and throws right.
What is some Wisconsin famous explorers?
ray Chapman Andrews
How many career home runs did Ray Chapman have?
Chapman had 17 career MLB home runs in 4590 at bats.
