Dan McGann
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Dennis Lawrence McGann (Cap)
- Bats Both, Throws Right
- Height 6' 0", Weight 190 lb.
- Debut August 8, 1896
- Final Game October 7, 1908
- Born July 15, 1871 in Shelbyville, KY USA
- Died December 13, 1910 in Louisville, KY USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Dan McGann was an early star first baseman. He gained notoriety when he jumped from the American League's Baltimore Orioles to the New York Giants in mid-season. He later became captain of the New York Giants and was a favorite of John McGraw. He played the 1909 season with the Milwaukee Brewers of the American Association. He committed suicide in 1910.
[edit] Notable Achievements
- 100 RBI Seasons: 1 (1898)
- 100 Runs Scored Seasons: 1 (1899)
- Won a World Series with the New York Giants in 1905
