Frank Norton
Baseball player and team member
Born
Died
1920
106 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A baseball player active during the late 19th century. Played primarily as an outfielder. Competed in Major League Baseball, specifically for the Chicago White Stockings and other teams. Participated in a total of 167 games across his career. Contributions to the game included involvement in the early days of professional baseball.
Played for the Chicago White Stockings
Appeared in 167 Major League games
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