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Larry Doby was traded by the Cleveland Indians to the Chicago White Sox during the 1949 season. Doby appeared in 14 games for the American League champion White Sox toward the end of that season, but was not on their post-season roster and did not play in the World Series that year. He retired at the end of the season at age 35.
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When did baseball player Larry Doby play?
Larry Doby debuted on July 5, 1947 and played his final game on July 26, 1959.
What position did Larry doby play?
Larry Doby played his entire Major League career primarily as a Center Fielder, although, he played other outfield positions later in his career.
Was Larry Doby the first African American to play for the Indians?
Yes ... Larry's first game with the Indians was July 5, 1947 against the White Sox at Comiskey Park in Chicago. He pinch hit for pitcher Bryan Stephens in the top of the 7th inning and struckout.
What were the fielding stats for baseball player Larry Doby playing at center field for the Cleveland Indians in 1955?
Larry Doby played in 129 games at center field for the Cleveland Indians in 1955, starting in all of them. He played for a total of 3355 outs, equivalent to 124.26 9-inning games. He made 313 putouts, had 5 assists, and committed 2 errors, equivalent to .016 errors per 9-inning game. He had one double play.
Who was 2nd black man to play baseball in the major league?
Larry Doby made his debut with the Indians as a pinch hitter for Bryan Stephens, a pitcher, in the 7th inning of a game against the White Sox at Chicago on July 5, 1947. He was struck out by Earl Harrist.
