John Bass (baseball) facts for kids

John Elias Bass (born July 22, 1848 – died September 25, 1888) was an American professional baseball player. He played as a shortstop in the major leagues. His career lasted from 1871 to 1877.

John Bass played for three different teams. These were the Cleveland Forest Citys, the Brooklyn Atlantics, and the Hartford Dark Blues.

John Bass: A Baseball Star

John Bass was a talented baseball player. He played the position of shortstop. A shortstop is a player who fields between second and third base. It is a very active and important position.

In 1871, John Bass achieved a special record. He led the National Association in triples. A triple is when a batter hits the ball and reaches third base safely. He hit ten triples that year.

His Major League Teams

John Bass started his major league career with the Cleveland Forest Citys in 1871. He then moved to the Brooklyn Atlantics in 1872. His final team was the Hartford Dark Blues in 1877.

Life Beyond Baseball

Before his baseball career, John Bass served his country. He was part of Company F in the 1st New York Cavalry Regiment. This was during the American Civil War.

After his life as a baseball player and soldier, John Bass passed away in 1888. He is buried in Riverside Cemetery. This cemetery is located in Denver, Colorado.

Grave stone in the Riverside cemetery in Denver Colorado.