Garnett Blair facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Garnett Blair |
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| Born: July 31, 1921 East Carnegie, Pennsylvania |
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| Died: January 12, 1996 (aged 74) Richmond, Virginia |
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| 1942, for the Homestead Grays | |||
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| 1952, for the Richmond Giants | |||
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Garnett E. Blair was an American baseball player. He was a skilled pitcher, meaning he threw the ball to the batter. Garnett played in the Negro Leagues, which were baseball leagues for African American players. These leagues were important because, at the time, Black players were not allowed to play in the major leagues.
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Garnett Blair's Life and Baseball Career
Early Life and Military Service
Garnett Blair was born on July 31, 1921, in East Carnegie, Pennsylvania. When he was older, he served in the U.S. Army. This was during World War II, a very big global conflict. Many brave Americans, including Garnett, served their country during this time.
Playing in the Negro Leagues
After his military service, Garnett Blair became a professional baseball player. He played in the Negro Leagues from 1942 to 1952. He was a pitcher for two well-known teams.
His first team was the Homestead Grays. He played with them from 1942 to 1948. The Grays were one of the most famous teams in the Negro Leagues. After leaving the Grays, Garnett joined the Richmond Giants. He played for the Giants from 1949 to 1952.
Later Baseball Years
Garnett Blair continued to play baseball even after his time in the Negro Leagues. In 1953, he played for the Richmond Colts. This team was part of the Piedmont League. His brother, Lonnie Blair, was also a baseball player. Lonnie played in the Negro Leagues too.
Garnett Blair passed away on January 12, 1996, in Richmond, Virginia. He is remembered as an important player in the history of the Negro Leagues.
