About Babe Twombly
Lived 1896 – 1974 (aged 78). Babe Twombly was an American baseball player.
Clarence Edward "Babe" Twombly (January 18, 1896 – November 23, 1974) was an American professional baseball player who was an outfielder in the Major Leagues from 1920 to 1921. He played for the Chicago Cubs.
Babe was the younger brother of George Twombly who also played Major League Baseball.
Despite just 358 at bats at the Major League level with the Cubs, Babe had a career batting average of .304 and hit three big league home runs.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Babe Twombly?
American baseball player
When was Babe Twombly born?
Babe Twombly was born on 18 January 1896 in Jamaica Plain.
When did Babe Twombly die?
Babe Twombly died on 23 November 1974 in San Clemente.
What was Babe Twombly's occupation?
Babe Twombly was a baseball player.
What nationality was Babe Twombly?
Babe Twombly was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Babe Twombly. https://biography.guide/babe-twombly/
MLA: "Babe Twombly." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/babe-twombly/.
Chicago: "Babe Twombly." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/babe-twombly/.
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