Frank Norton

Baseball player and team member

Frank Norton - Baseball player and team member
Born

June 9th, 1845
180 years ago

Died

1920
105 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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