Sparky Adams

Baseball player with Chicago Cubs

Sparky Adams - Baseball player with Chicago Cubs
Born

August 26th, 1894
131 years ago

Died

1989
36 years ago — 95 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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An American baseball player, primarily played as an outfielder. Played in Major League Baseball from 1919 to 1932. Represented teams including the Chicago Cubs, Cincinnati Reds, and Philadelphia Phillies. Contributed to multiple teams' efforts with a solid batting average and defensive skills. After retiring from professional baseball, engaged in farming.

Played for the Chicago Cubs

Appeared in over 1,300 MLB games

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