Eddie Wall facts for kids

Edward "Eddie" Wall (born August 16, 1903 – died July 4, 1960) was an American baseball player. He was a pitcher in the Negro Leagues during the 1920s.

Who Was Eddie Wall?

Eddie Wall was born in St. Louis, Missouri. He grew up with a love for baseball. He became a pitcher, which is a player who throws the ball to the batter.

Playing Baseball

Wall played for the Cleveland Elites baseball team. This was in the year 1926. He played in eight games that were recorded. In these games, he got one hit when he was batting.

The Negro Leagues

The Negro Leagues were baseball leagues in the United States. They were for African-American players. This was at a time when Black players were not allowed to play in the major leagues. Many talented players, like Eddie Wall, played in these leagues. They showed amazing skill and passion for the game.

Later Life

Eddie Wall lived in St. Louis, Missouri, for most of his life. He passed away in St. Louis in 1960. He was 56 years old when he died.