While the pyramids of Egypt would hardly qualify as “barns,” they did prove the setting of one of baseball's great barnstorming trips.
Albert Goodwill Spalding led the way.
Al Spalding
Executive
Class of
1939
Al Spalding
Executive
Class of
1939
Al Spalding served baseball for decades as a star pitcher, accomplished ambassador and trusted supplier of the game's equipment.
Primary Team Or Role
Birth year
About Al Spalding
The Basics
Birth Year
1850
Died
1915, San Diego California
Career at a Glance
Played For
Boston Red Stockings, 1871-1875
Chicago White Stockings, 1876-1877
Al Spalding Stories
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