James Forrest (baseball) facts for kids

James Daniel Forrest (born December 18, 1897 – died April 22, 1977) was an American baseball player. He was a catcher in the Negro leagues during the early 1900s. He played for the Lincoln Giants team.

Who Was James Forrest?

James Forrest was born in Orangeburg, South Carolina, on December 18, 1897. He grew up to become a professional baseball player. He played in a special group of baseball leagues known as the Negro leagues.

Playing in the Negro Leagues

The Negro leagues were baseball leagues in the United States. They were created for African American players. This was because, for many years, African American players were not allowed to play in the main Major League Baseball teams. These leagues were very important for baseball history. They allowed many talented players like James Forrest to show their skills.

His Time with the Lincoln Giants

James Forrest played for a team called the Lincoln Giants. He joined them in 1919 and played again in 1921. As a catcher, his job was to catch pitches and help his team win.

During his time with the Lincoln Giants, James Forrest played in 11 recorded games. He made 11 hits and helped his team score 5 runs (called RBI, or Runs Batted In). He had 44 chances to bat during these games.

Later Life

James Forrest passed away in 1977 when he was 79 years old. Even though he played for a short time, he was part of an important era in baseball history.