Casey Walker (baseball) facts for kids

Casey Walker (born November 13, 1912 – died June 15, 1998) was an American catcher who played in the Negro leagues during the 1930s. He was a talented baseball player during a time when African American athletes faced many challenges.

Who Was Casey Walker?

Casey Walker was born in 1912. He grew up loving baseball. He became a catcher, a key position on any baseball team. Catchers work closely with the pitcher. They also help guide the team's defense.

Playing in the Negro Leagues

During Casey Walker's time, baseball was segregated in the United States. This meant that African American players were not allowed to play in the major leagues. Because of this, they formed their own professional baseball leagues. These were known as the Negro leagues.

The Negro leagues were very important. They gave Black athletes a chance to play professional baseball. Many amazing players, who later became famous, started their careers in these leagues. The games were exciting and drew large crowds.

His Time with the Indianapolis Athletics

Casey Walker played for the Indianapolis Athletics in 1937. This team was part of the Negro American League. He was a catcher for them.

In his short time with the team, Walker played in 12 recorded games. He showed his skills by getting 12 hits. A "hit" means he safely reached a base after batting. He also had seven "RBI," which stands for "runs batted in." This means he helped his teammates score runs. He had 36 "plate appearances," which is how many times he came up to bat.

Later Life

Casey Walker's professional baseball career was brief. He passed away in Chicago, Illinois in 1998. He was 85 years old. Even though his time in the Negro leagues was short, he was part of an important era in baseball history.