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Philadelphia Pythians

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The Philadelphia Pythians were the most successful team in the short-lived League of Colored Baseball Clubs. The club from Philadelphia, PA had a 4-1 record in that league.

They first came about in 1867, with Octavius Catto playing shortstop for the team.

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Category: Negro League Teams

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