Ernest Duff (baseball) facts for kids

Ernest Stanley Duff (born January 28, 1900 – died February 12, 1979) was an American baseball player. He was an outfielder in the Negro Leagues during the 1920s. He played for several teams during his career.

Ernest Duff's Early Life and Baseball Start

Ernest Duff was born in a town called Normal, Illinois. He grew up loving baseball. In 1925, he began his professional baseball journey.

Playing in the Negro Leagues

Ernest Duff joined the Negro Leagues at a time when African American players could not play in Major League Baseball. The Negro Leagues were professional baseball leagues for Black players. These leagues were very important. They allowed talented athletes like Ernest Duff to show their skills.

Duff's First Teams

Ernest Duff made his debut in 1925. He first played for the Chicago American Giants. This team was one of the most famous teams in the Negro Leagues. Later that same year, he also played for the Indianapolis ABCs.

Ernest Duff's Baseball Career

Ernest Duff played as an outfielder. This means he was one of the players who caught balls hit into the outfield. Outfielders need to be fast and have good throwing arms.

Teams Ernest Duff Played For

Over his career, Ernest Duff played for several different teams. He moved between teams in the Negro Leagues. Each team was part of the exciting history of baseball.

• Chicago American Giants (1925)
• Indianapolis ABCs (1925–1926)
• Cleveland Elites (1926)
• Cleveland Hornets (1927)
• Cleveland Tigers (baseball) (1928)
• Brooklyn Royal Giants (1929)

Finishing His Career

Ernest Duff played his last professional season in 1929. He finished his career with the Brooklyn Royal Giants. After his baseball days, he lived a long life.

Later Life and Legacy

Ernest Duff passed away in 1979. He was 79 years old. He died in Cincinnati, Ohio. Players like Ernest Duff helped shape the history of baseball. They showed great talent and determination. Their contributions to the sport are remembered.