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Marshall King Notable

b. December 1, 1849 · Chicago White Stockings 1871, Troy Haymakers 1872

Marshall King divided two seasons between two clubs as a center fielder: the Chicago White Stockings from 1871, then the Troy Haymakers through 1872.

Across 23 games he batted .188, with 21 hits and 23 runs. He finished with 2 home runs, 1 double and 5 stolen bases.

He was born in Lansingburgh, NY, USA on December 1, 1849, and died on October 19, 1911.

Batting, season by season

YearTeam GABR H2B3B HRRBIBB SOSBAVG
1871* CHI 201012321 102 16815 .208
1872* TRO 31100 000 1010 .000
Major leagues 0000 000 0000
All seasons 231122321 102 17825 .188

Seasons outside MLB's recognized major leagues appear in All seasons, but not in Major leagues or the leaderboards. For Marshall King, that is 1871–1872. Why totals can differ.

On this day & linked events

1849

Born December 1, 1849

Lansingburgh, NY, USA

1911

Died October 19, 1911