Fred Van Dyke facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Fred Van Dyke |
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| Born: October 27, 1871 Vandalia, Michigan |
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| Died: March 19, 1959 (aged 87) Centreville, Michigan |
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| 1895, for the Page Fence Giants | |
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| 1895, for the Page Fence Giants | |
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Fred Douglas Van Dyke (born October 27, 1871 – died March 19, 1959) was an American baseball player. He was a talented pitcher in the 1890s. He played in the Negro leagues, which were professional baseball leagues for African American players.
Fred Van Dyke: A Baseball Pitcher
Fred Van Dyke was born in Vandalia, Michigan. He grew up to become a baseball player. He played as a pitcher, which is the player who throws the ball to the batter.
Playing for the Page Fence Giants
In 1895, Van Dyke joined a famous team called the Page Fence Giants. This team was one of the best independent black baseball teams of its time. They traveled all over the country playing against different teams.
The Page Fence Giants were known for their amazing skills. They often won against both white and black teams. Playing for them was a big deal for any baseball player.
Later Career and Life
After his time with the Page Fence Giants, Fred Van Dyke continued to play baseball. In 1899, he played for the Sam Folz Colored Giants. This team was based in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Fred Van Dyke lived a long life. He passed away in Centreville, Michigan in 1959. He was 87 years old. His career as a pitcher in the Negro leagues is part of baseball history.
