“Taking the best left-handed pitcher in baseball and converting him into a right fielder is one of the dumbest things I ever heard.”
Quote by Tris Speaker
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Tris Speaker
Tris Speaker, born on April 4, 1888, was a legendary baseball player from the United States. Known for his exceptional defensive and offensive skills, he was a multiple All-Star and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. Speaker played for the Cleveland Indians throughout his career, becoming one of the team's most iconic figures. more
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