Larry Battam
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Lawrence J. Battam
- Bats Unknown, Throws Unknown
- Height 5' 11" Weight 166 lb.
- Debut September 28, 1895
- Final Game September 30, 1895
- Born May 1, 1878 in Brooklyn, NY USA
- Died January 27, 1938 in Brooklyn, NY USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Larry Battam was the youngest player in the 1895 National League when he played for the 1895 Giants.
His position was third base, where the regular was George Davis.
In the minors, he played for a variety of teams in the Northeast from 1895-1903, and managed in the Connecticut League in 1899.
Battam was appointed a member of the New York police department in 1903.
[edit] Year-by-Year Managerial Record
| Year | Team | League | Record | Finish | Organization | Playoffs | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1899 | Derby Lushers | Connecticut League | -- | -- | none | replaced Billy Lush |
