Toots Ferrell facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Toots Ferrell |
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| Pitcher | |
| Born: September 21, 1929 Chestertown, Maryland |
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| Died: October 11, 2002 (aged 73) Newark, Delaware |
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| 1947, for the Newark Eagles | |
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| 1949, for the Baltimore Elite Giants | |
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Howard Leroy Ferrell Jr. (born September 21, 1929 – died October 11, 2002) was a talented American baseball player. People knew him by his nickname, "Toots". He played as a pitcher in the Negro Leagues during the late 1940s.
Toots Ferrell was born in Chestertown, Maryland. He started his professional baseball career when he was just 17 years old. He played for two different teams during his time in the Negro Leagues.
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Toots Ferrell's Baseball Journey
Playing in the Negro Leagues
Toots Ferrell began his baseball journey in 1947. He joined the Newark Eagles team. The Negro Leagues were baseball leagues for African American players. These leagues were very important because, at the time, Black players were not allowed to play in Major League Baseball.
Time with the Elite Giants
After playing for the Newark Eagles, Toots Ferrell moved to another team. He played for the Baltimore Elite Giants. He was with this team in 1948 and 1949. As a pitcher, his job was to throw the ball to the batter. He tried to get them out so his team could win.
Life Beyond Baseball
Serving His Country
After his time playing baseball, Toots Ferrell served his country. He joined the US Army. He was a soldier during the Korean War. This war happened in the early 1950s.
A Hall of Fame Honor
Years later, Toots Ferrell received a special honor. In 2000, he was inducted into the Delaware Sports Museum and Hall of Fame. This means his achievements in sports were recognized. It showed how important he was to baseball history.
Later Life and Legacy
Toots Ferrell passed away in Newark, Delaware in 2002. He was 73 years old. He is remembered as a skilled pitcher from the Negro Leagues. His career helped pave the way for future generations of baseball players.
