Henry Blackman (baseball) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Henry Blackman |
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| Third baseman | |||
| Born: September 16, 1891 Hillsboro, Texas |
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| Died: August 8, 1924 (aged 32) Baltimore, Maryland |
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| 1920, for the Indianapolis ABCs | |||
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| 1924, for the Baltimore Black Sox | |||
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Henry Blackman or Henry Blackmon (born September 19, 1891 – died August 8, 1924) was an American baseball player. He played as a third baseman in the Negro leagues in the 1920s.
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Early Life and Baseball Career
Henry Blackman was born in Hillsboro, Texas. He became a professional baseball player in the early 1920s.
Playing for the Indianapolis ABCs
Blackman started his career with the Indianapolis ABCs. He played for this team from 1920 to 1924. He was known as a very reliable player.
A Dependable Hitter
Henry Blackman played third base, which is an important defensive position. He was also a strong hitter. People said he was a "dependable .300 hitter." This means he got a hit in about 30% of his turns at bat, which is very good. He earned a salary of $180 each month.
Joining the Baltimore Black Sox
In 1924, Blackman also played for the Baltimore Black Sox. This was his final year playing professional baseball.
Later Life and Legacy
Henry Blackman passed away in Baltimore, Maryland in 1924. He was only 32 years old. Even though his career was short, he was an important player in the Negro leagues.
