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Harry Truby

Harry Truby Notable

b. May 12, 1868 · Chicago Colts 1895–1896, Pittsburgh Pirates 1896

Harry Truby divided two seasons between two clubs as a second baseman: the Chicago Colts from 1895, then the Pittsburgh Pirates through 1896.

Across 70 games he batted .281, with 73 hits and 31 runs. He finished with 2 home runs, 5 doubles and 12 stolen bases.

He played 69 games at second base, with 192 assists and 23 errors. He turned 45 double plays.

He was born in Kittanning, PA, USA on May 12, 1868, and died on March 21, 1953.

Batting, season by season

YearTeam GABR H2B3B HRRBIBB SOSBAVG
1895 CHC 331191740 300 161077 .336
1896 CHC/PIT 371411433 222 34895 .234
Career 702603173 522 50181612 .281

On this day & linked events

1868

Born May 12, 1868

Kittanning, PA, USA

1953

Died March 21, 1953

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