William Whyte (baseball) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids William Whyte |
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| Born: April 10, 1860 Bristol, Rhode Island |
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| Died: May 16, 1911 (aged 51) Trenton, New Jersey |
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| 1886, for the Cuban Giants | |
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| 1890, for the York Monarchs | |
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William T. Whyte (born April 10, 1860 – died May 16, 1911) was an American baseball player. He was a talented pitcher in the late 1800s. He played before the official Negro Leagues were formed.
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Who Was William Whyte?
William T. Whyte was born in Bristol, Rhode Island. He became known for his skills as a baseball pitcher. Pitchers are players who throw the ball to the batter. William Whyte played during a time when baseball was growing very popular.
Playing in Early Black Baseball
During William Whyte's time, African American players were not allowed to play in the major baseball leagues. Because of this, they formed their own teams and leagues. These teams were often called "pre-Negro league" teams. They played exciting games across the country.
His Time with the Cuban Giants
William Whyte spent most of his baseball career with a famous team called the Cuban Giants. This team was one of the best and most well-known Black baseball teams of its time. They traveled widely and played against many different teams. Whyte was a key player for them from 1886 to 1889.
A Season with the York Monarchs
In 1890, William Whyte played for another team, the York Monarchs. He had a very good year with them. He won 11 games and only lost 5. This showed he was a strong pitcher. His "ERA" (Earned Run Average) was 3.02, which means he was very good at preventing other teams from scoring runs.
Legacy and Later Life
William Whyte's career helped pave the way for future Black baseball players. He was part of an important era in sports history. He showed great skill and dedication to the game. William Whyte passed away in Trenton, New Jersey in 1911. He was 51 years old.
