Ed Finney facts for kids

Edward Louis Finney (born November 4, 1924 – died March 17, 1998) was an American baseball player. People often called him "Mike". He played as a third baseman in the Negro leagues during the 1940s.

Who Was Ed Finney?

Ed Finney was born in Akron, Ohio. He grew up loving baseball. He became known for his skills as a third baseman. This position is important in baseball. A third baseman plays near third base and tries to stop hits.

Playing in the Negro Leagues

Ed Finney started his professional baseball career in 1947. He joined the Baltimore Elite Giants. This team was part of the Negro leagues. These leagues were special baseball leagues. They were for African-American players. This was a time when Black players were not allowed to play in Major League Baseball.

Finney played for the Baltimore Elite Giants for two seasons. He played with them in 1947 and again in 1948. The Negro leagues were very competitive. Many talented players played there. They showed amazing skill and passion for the game.

Life After Baseball

After his time in the Negro leagues, Ed Finney lived a full life. He passed away in 1998. He was 73 years old. He died in his hometown of Akron, Ohio. His career in the Negro leagues is an important part of baseball history. It reminds us of the many talented players who played before baseball became fully integrated.