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Edward Trowbridge Collins Sr. (May 2, 1887 – March 25, 1951), nicknamed " Cocky ", was an American professional baseball player, manager and executive. He played as a second baseman in Major League Baseball from 1906 to 1930 for the Philadelphia Athletics and Chicago White Sox.
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- May 2, 1887
Eddie Collins was a versatile and durable second baseman who played for the Philadelphia Athletics and Chicago White Sox from 1908 to 1930. He won two World Series, hit over .300 nine times, and joined the 3,000-hit club in 1925.
May 3, 2024 · Eddie Collins (born May 2, 1887, Millerton, N.Y., U.S.—died March 25, 1951, Boston, Mass.) was an American professional baseball player who was one of the most proficient hitters and base stealers in the sport’s history.
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Jan 4, 2012 · Learn about the life and career of Eddie Collins, a versatile and intelligent baseball player who starred for the Philadelphia Athletics in the Deadball Era. Read about his achievements, controversies, superstitions, and legacy in this comprehensive article by Paul Mittermeyer.
Jun 24, 2024 · Eddie Collins stands as one of the most remarkable figures in the storied history of baseball, especially during its so-called Golden Age. Born on May 2, 1887, in Millerton, New York, Collins was a versatile second baseman who played from 1906 to 1930, predominantly for the Philadelphia Athletics and later the Chicago White Sox.
Apr 27, 2011 · Eddie Collins played 25 seasons in the Major Leagues -- a 20th-century record for position players. The fiery second baseman starred in the famous $100,000 i...
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