Joe Quest
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Joseph L. Quest
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 5' 6", Weight 150 lb.
- Debut August 30, 1871
- Final Game July 12, 1886
- Born November 16, 1852 in New Castle, PA USA
- Died November 14, 1924 in San Diego, CA USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Joe Quest appeared in 3 games in 1871 and then played nine more seasons from 1878-86. He was a second baseman with a weak bat. His Chicago White Stockings won the pennant three times in a row in 1880-82.
Given his batting averages, he must have been considered a strong fielder, but lifetime he made 424 errors in 598 games.
He managed the Eau Claire, WI entry in the Northwestern League in 1887. The team finished in 8th place with a record of 39-84.
After his playing career ended, Joe Quest spent time as a National League umpire.
He is given credit for coining the term "Charley horse". Origin of the term Charley horse.
Cap Anson's book recalls that Joe had played ball in the New Castle, PA area before 1878, and after his baseball days he worked at City Hall in Chicago.
