Fred Shepherd facts for kids

Frederick Lee Shepherd (born September 16, 1923 – died October 8, 1988) was an American baseball player. He was known by his nickname, "Tubhead". Fred Shepherd played as an outfielder in the Negro leagues during the 1940s.

Who Was Fred Shepherd?

Fred Shepherd was born in Columbus, Georgia. He grew up with a love for baseball. He later attended Morris Brown College. This college is in Atlanta, Georgia.

Playing in the Negro Leagues

In 1944, Fred Shepherd joined a baseball team. He played for the Atlanta Black Crackers. This team was part of the Negro leagues. The Negro leagues were professional baseball leagues. They were for African American players. This was a time when Black players were not allowed to play in Major League Baseball.

Shepherd played as an outfielder. This means he played in the large grassy area of the baseball field. His job was to catch balls hit far by the batters. He helped his team compete in the league.

Life After Baseball

Fred Shepherd's time with the Atlanta Black Crackers was in 1944. He passed away later in 1988. He was 65 years old when he died. His death happened in Miami, Florida.