Charlie Culver facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Charlie Culver |
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| Infielder | |||
| Born: November 17, 1892 Buffalo, New York |
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| Died: January 4, 1970 (aged 77) Montreal, Quebec |
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| 1916, for the Lincoln Stars | |||
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| 1920, for the Lincoln Giants | |||
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 Baseball Hall of Fame |
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| Induction | 2021 | ||
Charles Culver (born November 17, 1892 – died January 4, 1970) was an American baseball player. He was also known by his nickname, "Charlie Calvert". Charlie played as an infielder in the Negro Leagues from 1916 to 1920.
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Charlie Culver's Early Baseball Career
Charlie Culver was born in Buffalo, New York. He loved playing baseball. In 1916, he began his professional career. He joined the Lincoln Stars and made his debut in the Negro Leagues.
Playing for Different Teams
After playing for the Lincoln Stars, Charlie moved to other teams. He played for the Pennsylvania Red Caps of New York from 1917 to 1918. Later, he joined the Lincoln Giants in 1918 and again in 1920. These teams were part of the Negro Leagues. The Negro Leagues were baseball leagues for African-American players. At that time, Black players were not allowed to play in the major leagues because of racial segregation.
Breaking Barriers in Baseball
In 1922, Charlie Culver did something very important for baseball history. He played six games for the Montreal Royals. The Montreal Royals were a team in the Eastern Canada League. By playing for them, Charlie helped to break the "color barrier" in baseball. This means he was one of the first Black players to play in a league that was mostly made up of white players. It was a big step towards making baseball fair for everyone.
Later Life
Charlie Culver passed away in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, in 1970. He was 77 years old. His contributions to baseball, especially his role in breaking the color barrier, are remembered. In 2021, he was honored for his achievements. He was inducted into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame.
