Emmett McCann
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Robert Emmett McCann
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 5' 11", Weight 150 lb.
- Debut April 19, 1920
- Final Game May 23, 1926
- Born March 4, 1902 in Philadelphia, PA USA
- Died April 15, 1937 in Philadelphia, PA USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Emmett McCann was a Philadelphia boy who became the youngest player in the American League in 1920 when he appeared with the Philadelphia Athletics in 13 games. Connie Mack sometimes found prospects in the local Philadelphia high school leagues, and McCann had played for West Philadelphia High School.
In 1921 McCann was the second-youngest player in the league, and he appeared in 52 games, getting 157 at-bats at age 19.
In both seasons, Chick Galloway was the regular shortstop. In 1920, McCann hit better, but in 1921, Galloway hit better.
McCann came back for 6 games with the 1926 Boston Red Sox. All three of McCann's teams lost at least 100 games.
He committed suicide at age 35.
[edit] Year-by-Year Managerial Record
| Year | Team | League | Record | Finish | Playoffs | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | Indianapolis Indians | American Association | 3rd | replaced Red Corriden | ||
| 1932 | Indianapolis Indians | American Association | 86-80 | 5th | ||
| 1933 | St. Paul Saints | American Association | -- | -- | replaced by Phil Todt | |
| 1934 | Little Rock Travelers | Southern Association | -- | -- | replaced by John Moore | |
| 1935 | Elmira Pioneers | New York-Penn League | -- | -- | replaced Frank Bedenk replaced by Fred Coumbe |
