Sled Allen
From BR Bullpen
Fletcher Manson Allen
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 6' 1", Weight 180 lb.
- Debut May 4, 1910
- Final Game August 5, 1910
- Born August 23, 1886 in West Plains, MO USA
- Died October 16, 1959 in Lubbock, TX USA
[edit] Biographical Information
A biography of Sled Allen's son Terry says that Terry was born when Sled was 60. Sled was a player-manager in the Texas League after his big-league days, and also promoted wrestling matches and music events. He brought in acts like Elvis, Little Richard, and Hank Williams. Sled's wife was a pianist, and both Sled and his wife were more open to integration than most Texans.
