Joe Kelley
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Joseph James Kelley
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 5' 11", Weight 190 lb.
- Debut July 27, 1891
- Final Game October 3, 1908
- Born December 9, 1871 in Cambridge, MA USA
- Died August 14, 1943 in Baltimore, MD USA
Inducted into Hall of Fame in 1971
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[edit] Biographical Information
Quote: "Kelley was one of the greatest outfielders of all time. He was rated the kingpin of the Orioles outfield. He covered a lot of ground and was one of the best hitters in the league." Dutch Brennan, former major league scout.
[edit] Notable Achievements
- NL Stolen Bases Leader (1896)
- 100 RBI Seasons: 5 (1894-1898)
- 100 Runs Scored Seasons: 6 (1893-1897 & 1899)
- 50 Stolen Bases Seasons: 2 (1895 & 1896)
- Baseball Hall of Fame: Class of 1971
| Preceded by Bid McPhee | Cincinnati Reds Manager 1902-1905 | Succeeded by Ned Hanlon |
| Preceded by Fred Tenney | Boston Doves Manager 1908 | Succeeded by Frank Bowerman |
[edit] Records Held
- Hits, doubleheader, 9, 9/3/1894 (tied)
