William Myers, nicknamed Bade (born December 21, 1872 – September 18, 1940) was an American baseball player and manager. He was a prominent figure in minor league baseball for many years. He played professionally for 20 seasons and managed for over a decade as well. He was born in Bellefontaine, Ohio.
| Bade Myers | |
|---|---|
| Born: December 21, 1872 Bellefontaine, Ohio | |
| Died: September 18, 1940 (aged 67) Allen County, Indiana | |
Batted: Right Threw: Right |
Playing career
editA catcher[1] and first baseman, Myers played from 1896 to 1915, spending most of his career at the B-level of minor league baseball. He spent much of his career playing for Ohio-based teams in cities like Toledo, Dayton and Columbus.
His statistical record is incomplete; however, it is known that he played at least 1,757 games and had at least 1,755 hits.[2]
Managing career
editMyers managed from 1903 to 1917, leading three teams to first-place finishes and de facto league championships. He led the Fort Wayne Railroaders to the top of the standings in 1903 and 1904 and the Quincy Vets to first place in 1910.[3]
He also scouted for the St. Louis Federals and Cleveland Indians.[3][4]
References
edit- ^ "Rounding Up The Players of the Giants Team for This Season". Youngstown Vindicator. April 12, 1897. p. 8. Retrieved October 16, 2024 – via Google News Archive.
- ^ "Bade Myers Minor & Independent Leagues Statistics". Baseball-Reference.com. Retrieved October 16, 2024.
- ^ a b "Bade Myers Has Developed Many Stars". Evening Tribune. February 6, 1916. p. 15. Retrieved October 16, 2024.
- ^ "Chapman's Death May Cost Indians' Pennant". Reading Eagle. August 25, 1920. p. 11. Retrieved October 16, 2024.