John Kelly (kellyjo01)
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John Francis Kelly (Honest John or Father)
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 6' 0", Weight 185 lb.
- Debut June 7, 1879
- Final Game October 19, 1884
- Born March 3, 1859 in Paterson, NJ USA
- Died April 13, 1908 in Paterson, NJ USA
[edit] Biographical Information
John Kelly, nicknamed "Honest John" and "Father Kelly", played four seasons in the majors, for five teams, in three leagues. He was primarily a catcher.
Another "Honest John Kelly", a famous umpire of the time, was apparently a different person. That one is said to have been John C. Kelly.
