Larry McLean
Baseball player and catcher for Reds
Born
July 18th, 1881
144 years ago
Died
1921
104 years ago — 40 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Born in 1881, this Canadian-American baseball player played as a catcher in Major League Baseball. McLean debuted with the Cincinnati Reds and later played for the St. Louis Cardinals and the Chicago Cubs. He was active in the league from 1903 to 1910. Over his career, he became notable for his defensive skills behind the plate and contributed to the teams he played for with both offense and defense. His tenure in professional baseball included participation in key games and seasons.
Played as a catcher for the Cincinnati Reds
Also played for the St. Louis Cardinals
Participated in Major League Baseball from 1903 to 1910
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