Today we celebrate the 125th birthday of the great but oft-forgotten Tris Speaker born April 4th, 1888. The legendary dead-ball era player who still holds the MLB record in doubles and assists from a Centerfielder. The former Hall Of Famer played for the Red Sox, Indians, Senators and Athletics and was easily a top five players of his generation. This is the story of a small town boy, who failed as a pitcher but would become an immortal with his bat, glove and legs. One of the finest ballplayers who ever lived, is now in the collection.

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