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Michael Joseph "King" Kelly (December 31, 1857 – November 8, 1894), also commonly known as "$10,000 Kelly", was an American outfielder, catcher, and manager in various professional American baseball leagues including the National League, International Association, Players' League, and the American Association.
Dec 31, 2010 · Check out the latest Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Rookie Status & More of King Kelly. Get info about his position, age, height, weight, draft status, bats, throws, school and more on Baseball-reference.com
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Apr 16, 2012 · Learn about Mike "King" Kelly, the first baseball star and matinee idol, who played for several teams in the 1870s and 1880s. Find out his biography, achievements, controversies, and legacy in this comprehensive article.
King Kelly was a star player and a popular attraction in the late 1870s and 1880s. He played for several teams, won eight pennants, and led the league in batting, runs, and stolen bases multiple times.
Feb 20, 2017 · "King" Kelly, a member of the baseball Hall of Fame, played from 1878-1893 and was known as a great innovator and rabble rouser.
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Feb 14, 2024 · King Kelly was an iconic 19th Century ballplayer who played all nine positions and had an Adjusted OPS of 138. He led the league in batting twice. Kelly did most of his catching toward the end of his career.
King Kelly, the Major League Baseball player, was born on Thursday, December 31, 1857, in Troy, New York. Kelly was 20 years old when he broke into the major leagues on May 1, 1878, with the Cincinnati Reds. King Kelly stats, height, weight, career totals, schools, positions, and more historical research are in the Baseball Almanac.
