Eddie Jefferson (baseball) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Eddie Jefferson |
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| Born: November 27, 1922 Selma, Alabama |
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| Died: February 26, 1987 (aged 64) Oxon Hill, Maryland |
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| 1945, for the Philadelphia Stars | |||
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| 1946, for the Philadelphia Stars | |||
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Edward Lawrence Jefferson (born November 27, 1922 – died February 26, 1987) was an American pitcher. He played baseball in the 1940s in what were known as the Negro leagues. These leagues were important for African American players during a time when they were not allowed to play in Major League Baseball.
Eddie Jefferson's Baseball Career
Eddie Jefferson was born in Selma, Alabama. He became a pitcher, which is the player who throws the baseball to the batter.
Playing for the Philadelphia Stars
Jefferson played for the Philadelphia Stars baseball team. He joined the team in 1945 and played with them through 1946. The Philadelphia Stars were a well-known team in the Negro leagues.
During his time with the Stars, Eddie Jefferson played in 14 games. He won 2 games and lost 1 game. His ERA (Earned Run Average) was 5.53. This number helps show how many runs a pitcher allows per game. He pitched for a total of 53.2 innings.
Later Life
Eddie Jefferson passed away in 1987. He was 64 years old. He died in Oxon Hill, Maryland.
