Harry Wright

Executive

Class of 1953

Harry Wright

Executive

Class of 1953
Referred to as the “father of professional base ball playing,” Harry Wright was the first manager to win four straight pennants, with the Boston of the National Association from 1872-75.

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About Harry Wright

Hall of Famer Henry Chadwick once wrote: “There is no doubt that Harry Wright is the father of professional base ball playing.”

Wright, who was born in England and raised as a cricket player, warrants credit for founding the first all-professional baseball team and serving as a major pioneer for the exponential growth of baseball during the 19th century.

The Basics

Year inducted
1953
Birth Place
Sheffield, England
Birth Year
1835
Died
1895, Atlantic City New Jersey

Career at a Glance

Primary Team
Philadelphia Phillies
Primary Position
Executive
Played For
Boston Red Stockings, 1871-1875
Boston Red Stockings, 1876-1877

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