1950-51 Jean Smitty Smith Peoria Redwings AAGPBL Original TYPE I Photo Snapshot “A League of Their Own”
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Jean "Smitty" Smith (1928-2011) was an outfielder and relief pitcher who played from 1948 through 1954 in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League. A versatile player for multiple teams including the Kenosha Comets, Fort Wayne Daisies, Peoria Redwings, and Grand Rapids Chicks, Smith was regarded as a disciplined hitter and a daring base runner, she posted a robust .334 on-base percentage and a 1.77 walk-to-strikeout ratio, while utilizing her speed to snatch 194 stolen bases in 567 career games. Career highlights include All-Star Game (1954), Championship Team (1953), Five playoff appearances (1948–1949, 1952–1954), and enshrinement in the Baseball Hall of Fame display honoring the the AAGPBL. All American Girls Professional Baseball League (A League of their Own)
Offered is an original 2.75" x 2.75" TYPE I snapshot photograph of Jean “Smitty” Smith pictured during the 1950/51 season in Peoria Redwings uniform.
One of a kind shot that derived from a former player’s estate.
Item: 14085
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| Price: $175.00 | | |
