Earl Blackburn

Earl Stuart Blackburn

• Bats Right, Throws Right
• Height 5' 11", Weight 180 lb.
• High School Washington High School (Massillon)
• Debut September 17, 1912
• Final Game July 2, 1917
• Born November 1, 1892 in Leesville, OH USA
• Died August 3, 1966 in Mansfield, OH USA

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Biographical Information

Earl Blackburn was the # 2 catcher on the Boston Braves in 1916, behind Hank Gowdy. The team went 89-63 and Earl hit well with a .273 average (the league hit .247) and 4 triples in 110 at-bats.

Although he played five seasons in the majors, he only had 35 at-bats in years other than 1916. Of those, 17 at-bats were with the Cincinnati Reds in 1913 who were managed by Joe Tinker. Earl was the # 3 catcher in terms of appearances behind Tommy Clarke and Johnny Kling (who was acquired in mid-season).

He attended Washington High School in Massillon, OH and played baseball, football, and basketball. See picture of Earl Blackburn in 1910 on high school basketball team.

Related Sites

• Find-A-Grave Memorial for Earl Blackburn